Parsippany to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

73.6 miles 118.5 km · straight line
87.1 miles actual route 140.2 km · driving distance
2h 4min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
212° SSW bearing direction

How far is Parsippany from Philadelphia?

The distance from Parsippany to Philadelphia is 73.6 miles (118.5 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SSW of Parsippany. By car, the driving distance is approximately 87.1 miles, taking about 2h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Parsippany 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 Parsippany 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 Parsippany to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 4min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 29min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 58min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Parsippany & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Parsippany
40.86°N, 74.43°W
America/New_York
101m 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 338.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM