Laurel, Maryland to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107.3 miles 172.7 km · straight line
120.4 miles actual route 193.8 km · driving distance
2h 34min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
56° NE bearing direction

How far is Laurel, Maryland from Philadelphia?

The distance from Laurel, Maryland to Philadelphia is 107.3 miles (172.7 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located NE of Laurel, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.4 miles, taking about 2h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Laurel, Maryland in Maryland and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Laurel, Maryland and Philadelphia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Laurel, Maryland to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 34min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 5min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 26min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Laurel, Maryland & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Laurel, Maryland
39.10°N, 76.85°W
America/New_York
51m elevation
Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM