Newark, New Jersey to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

75.2 miles 121.1 km · straight line
85.6 miles actual route 137.8 km · driving distance
1h 50min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Philadelphia?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Philadelphia is 75.2 miles (121.1 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 85.6 miles, taking about 1h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey 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 Newark, New Jersey 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, New Jersey to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 50min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 12min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newark, New Jersey & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m 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 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 330.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM