Petersburg to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.6 miles 359.9 km · straight line
267.8 miles actual route 431 km · driving distance
5h 35min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
32° NNE bearing direction

How far is Petersburg from Philadelphia?

The distance from Petersburg to Philadelphia is 223.6 miles (359.9 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located NNE of Petersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 267.8 miles, taking about 5h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Petersburg in Virginia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Petersburg 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 Petersburg to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 35min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 42min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 18min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Petersburg & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Petersburg
37.23°N, 77.40°W
America/New_York
22m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM