Montreal to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

391.8 miles 630.6 km · straight line
451.1 miles actual route 726 km · driving distance
9h 6min estimated drive time
CAD 73 - CAD 90 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
192° SSW bearing direction

How far is Montreal from Philadelphia?

The distance from Montreal to Philadelphia is 391.8 miles (630.6 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SSW of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 451.1 miles, taking about 9h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Montreal is in Quebec, Canada, while Philadelphia is in Pennsylvania, United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montreal 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 Montreal to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 6min CAD 73 - CAD 90 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 55min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~8h 39min $54–$158* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montreal & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m 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 131 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM