Newark, Delaware to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

36.2 miles 58.2 km · straight line
45.7 miles actual route 73.5 km · driving distance
1h 5min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
59° ENE bearing direction

How far is Newark, Delaware from Philadelphia?

The distance from Newark, Delaware to Philadelphia is 36.2 miles (58.2 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located ENE of Newark, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 45.7 miles, taking about 1h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — Newark, Delaware in Delaware and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Newark, 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.

How to Get from Newark, Delaware to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 5min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Newark, Delaware & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Newark, Delaware
39.68°N, 75.75°W
America/New_York
38m 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 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 688.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM