Philadelphia to Pittsburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

257.1 miles 413.8 km · straight line
304.8 miles actual route 490.5 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
279° W bearing direction

How far is Philadelphia from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh is 257.1 miles (413.8 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located W of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.8 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. 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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Philadelphia & Pittsburgh

Quick Facts

Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM