Origin
Blossburg, PA
Evening in Blossburg on Wednesday
Local time
8:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blossburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 17m
Distance
217.9 mi
351 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 5m
★
6 AM
4h 18m
8 AM
4h 44m
10 AM
4h 27m
12 PM
4h 24m
3 PM
4h 28m
5 PM
4h 43m
8 PM
4h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blossburg, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Blossburg to Philadelphia covers 210.4 miles of Pennsylvania landscape. Expect a travel time of approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes, making this a very manageable single-day trip. You should budget about $34 for fuel to complete the journey. Since this route keeps you within the Northeast region, the transition from the northern part of the state to the city is straightforward. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of pace, you do not need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. It is a direct route that serves as a practical connection between two distinct areas of the state.
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
109 miles from Blossburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by a turn-heavy local drive profile rather than the typical monotony of an interstate slog. Because the highway share is 0%, you will spend the entire 210.4 miles navigating local roads that require your full attention. The road lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, meaning you will be managing consistent curves and turns throughout the journey. Prepare for a more engaging, hands-on driving experience that contrasts sharply with high-speed highway travel. You will feel the terrain shift as you move from the northern reaches toward the urban density of Philadelphia.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 75.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,552 ft
45 ft
Total Climb
1,149 ft
Total Descent
2,444 ft
Highest Point
1,552 ft
~124.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,507 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 217.9 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 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 203.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 15 South: Williamsport
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 15 South: Williamsport
8
203.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
8
203.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
8
216.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 15m in
|
I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
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
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadel...
9
217.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 16m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Blossburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Valley Forge.
Patp
123.5 mi in
|
~2h 27m
Allentown
123.5 mi in
|
~2h 27m
Valley Forge
203.2 mi in
|
~3h 55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 75.1 mi | 1h 21m |
| Keystone Shortway | 65.7 mi | 1h 12m |
| Appalachian Thruway | 38.3 mi | 43m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| US Highway 15 | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Westbranch Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Montgomery Pike | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 75.1 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blossburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on Hannibal Street
351 ft
·
20 sec
·
Hannibal Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto North Williamson Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Williamson Road
4
Turn right onto Boone Run Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Boone Run Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 15 South: Williamsport
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 99; US 15
38 mi
·
43 min
·
Appalachian Thruway
7
Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 15
Exit 27A
Toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 15
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto US 15
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Market Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn slight left onto US 15
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Montgomery Pike
11
Continue on US 15
12 mi
·
16 min
·
US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 15
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Westbranch Highway
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 80 East: Bloomsburg
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
15
Merge onto I 80
66 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Keystone Shortway
16
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
19
Merge onto I 476; PATP
75 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
22
Continue on I 476
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16A
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Use the slight left lane.
25
Merge onto I 76
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
28
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
29
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
30
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
31
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
32
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 50 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though starting early helps you avoid potential congestion as you approach your destination. Since there are no scheduled stops, be sure to plan your own breaks for fuel or food before hitting the road. Keep in mind the $34 fuel cost when planning your travel budget. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, stay alert to changing speed limits and local traffic patterns. A practical tip: check your navigation system for real-time traffic updates before leaving Blossburg, as turn-heavy local routes can be sensitive to unexpected construction or road closures.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 109 miles from Blossburg, PA, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.1 miles.
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 48 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Blossburg, 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 Blossburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 217.9 miles and 4h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Blossburg, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 75.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109 mi from Blossburg, PA · 2h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 109 miles from Blossburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.1 miles.
Arriving in Philadelphia, PA
The final approach into Philadelphia, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Philadelphia, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.13 one way
$72.25 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $39.57 | $79.13 |
| premium | $4.93 | $42.26 | $84.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.11 | $96.22 |
Estimated Tolls: $12.44
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(75.1 mi)
$9.76
Appalachian Thruway
(38.3 mi)
$2.68
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
$36
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.4 | 0 | $22.88 | $10.46 |
| Efficient EV | 54.5 | 0 | $19.07 | $8.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.2 | 1 | $30.51 | $13.95 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Philadelphia, PA
Evening in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Local time
8:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 17m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Blossburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 217.9 miles and takes about 4h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Keystone Shortway, Appalachian Thruway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109 miles from Blossburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 217.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 203.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Blossburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Allentown and Valley Forge.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 45 ft to 1,552 ft elevation with about 1,149 ft of total climbing.
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