Manassas to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

148.8 miles 239.4 km · straight line
168.5 miles actual route 271.2 km · driving distance
3h 38min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Manassas from Philadelphia?

The distance from Manassas to Philadelphia is 148.8 miles (239.4 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located NE of Manassas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 168.5 miles, taking about 3h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Manassas in Virginia 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 Manassas 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 Manassas to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 38min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 22min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 27min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manassas & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Manassas
38.75°N, 77.48°W
America/New_York
93m 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 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM