Philadelphia to Trenton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

28.8 miles 46.4 km · straight line
33.9 miles actual route 54.6 km · driving distance
50min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Philadelphia from Trenton?

The distance from Philadelphia to Trenton is 28.8 miles (46.4 km) as the crow flies. Trenton is located NE of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 33.9 miles, taking about 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Philadelphia in Pennsylvania and Trenton in New Jersey.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Philadelphia and Trenton. 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 Trenton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 50min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Philadelphia & Trenton

Quick Facts

Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Trenton
40.22°N, 74.74°W
America/New_York
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 863.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM