Perth Amboy to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

61 miles 98.1 km · straight line
72.8 miles actual route 117.2 km · driving distance
1h 35min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Perth Amboy from Philadelphia?

The distance from Perth Amboy to Philadelphia is 61 miles (98.1 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Perth Amboy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 72.8 miles, taking about 1h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 35min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 54min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Perth Amboy & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Perth Amboy
40.51°N, 74.27°W
America/New_York
17m 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 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 408.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM