Philadelphia to Quebec City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

513.9 miles 827 km · straight line
600.5 miles actual route 966.4 km · driving distance
12h 9min estimated drive time
$58 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 32min flight time
21° NNE bearing direction

How far is Philadelphia from Quebec City?

The distance from Philadelphia to Quebec City is 513.9 miles (827 km) as the crow flies. Quebec City is located NNE of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 600.5 miles, taking about 12h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Philadelphia is in Pennsylvania, United States, while Quebec City is in Quebec, Canada.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Philadelphia and Quebec City. 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 Quebec City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 9min $58 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 35min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~15h 48min $72–$210* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Philadelphia & Quebec City

Quick Facts

Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Quebec City
46.81°N, 71.21°W
America/Toronto
74m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 171 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 48.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM