New Rochelle to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

98.4 miles 158.3 km · straight line
115.5 miles actual route 185.9 km · driving distance
2h 29min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
228° SW bearing direction

How far is New Rochelle from Philadelphia?

The distance from New Rochelle to Philadelphia is 98.4 miles (158.3 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of New Rochelle. By car, the driving distance is approximately 115.5 miles, taking about 2h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — New Rochelle in New York 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. 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 Rochelle 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 Rochelle to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 29min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 59min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 22min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Rochelle & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

New Rochelle
40.91°N, 73.78°W
America/New_York
26m 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 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 253.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM