Middletown, Delaware to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Middletown, Delaware from Philadelphia?

The distance from Middletown, Delaware to Philadelphia is 45.5 miles (73.2 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located NE of Middletown, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 56.4 miles, taking about 1h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States — Middletown, Delaware in Delaware and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Middletown, Delaware 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.