Djakarta Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm
+12154638888
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 4m
Distance
249.8 mi
402 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Armagh, PA
Haneul Trac
Philadelphia, PA
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The drive from Armagh, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 249.8 miles and takes about 5h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 76, Quaker Valley Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 181 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
124.9 miles from Armagh, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 181 mi | 3h 16m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| Quaker Valley Road | 14.2 mi | 20m |
| Clear Shade Drive | 10.5 mi | 14m |
| Cramer Pike | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| Scalp Avenue | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| I 99 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Johns Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Armagh, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
Start on West Philadelphia Street
Turn left onto PA 56
Take the exit
Merge onto US 22
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 403
Continue on PA 403
Turn left onto Iron Street
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto PA 56; PA 403
Continue on PA 56; PA 403
Continue on PA 56; PA 403
Take the exit
At end of road, turn left onto Bedford Street
Continue on Scalp Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Scalp Avenue
Continue on Scalp Avenue
Continue on PA 56
Continue on PA 56
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 99; US 220
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto US 220 BUS
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 76
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto North 15th Street
Turn slight left onto PA 611
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 55 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.9 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Armagh, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Armagh, PA
This is one driving day of about 249.8 miles and 5h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 124.9 miles from Armagh, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 181 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 249.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward US 22 East: Ebensburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
At end of road, turn left onto PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$41.41 one way
$82.83 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $45.36 | $90.71 |
| premium | $4.93 | $48.45 | $96.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.15 | $110.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $23.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Tolls
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.9 | 0 | $26.23 | $11.99 |
| Efficient EV | 62.5 | 0 | $21.86 | $9.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99.9 | 1 | $34.97 | $15.99 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Armagh on Saturday
Local time
2:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Philadelphia on Saturday
Local time
2:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This is a 5h 4m highway drive covering 249.8 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. The longest continuous stretch is about 181 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 249.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 11.6 miles (PA 56; PA 403 / Broad Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 230.3 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Armagh, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Patp: Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh
Harrisburg
Patp: Pittsburgh
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 4m. Total distance: 249.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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