New Haven, Connecticut to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

150.1 miles 241.6 km · straight line
170.3 miles actual route 274.1 km · driving distance
3h 46min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is New Haven, Connecticut from Philadelphia?

The distance from New Haven, Connecticut to Philadelphia is 150.1 miles (241.6 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of New Haven, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170.3 miles, taking about 3h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — New Haven, Connecticut in Connecticut 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. 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. 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 New Haven, Connecticut 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 New Haven, Connecticut to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 46min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 31min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 35min $20–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Haven, Connecticut & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

New Haven, Connecticut
41.31°N, 72.93°W
America/New_York
5m 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 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 165.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM