Origin
East Stroudsburg, PA
Late night in East Stroudsburg on Monday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Stroudsburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
101.1 mi
163 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 2m
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6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Stroudsburg, PA
Michael Taccetta
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
Trip Overview
Traveling from East Stroudsburg to Philadelphia covers 101.6 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 44 minutes. This journey is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the heart of Pennsylvania’s largest city without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the trek. Because the route stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you will experience a consistent cultural feel as you transition from the Poconos toward the urban center. It is a straightforward, manageable drive that offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
Use the map to pace the middle of the drive
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route avoids long, high-speed highway stretches entirely, as the highway share is 0%. You will be navigating local roads for the duration of the 101.6-mile trip, which makes for a more technical and engaged driving experience. Since there are no designated stops required, the drive remains a continuous effort from start to finish. Prepare for a steady pace that reflects the winding nature of the local road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
The drive from East Stroudsburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA is easy. At 2h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from East Stroudsburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 44 minute duration, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your convenience without much logistical strain. Since there are no planned stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out to avoid mid-trip errands. Keep in mind that because this route relies on local roads, traffic patterns can shift quickly; checking local traffic reports before you leave East Stroudsburg is a smart move. Use the $16 fuel estimate as a baseline for your travel budget, but consider carrying a little extra just in case of heavy traffic or detours. This trip is short enough that you can easily make it a round-trip adventure if you head out early in the morning.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
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.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Stroudsburg, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 East Stroudsburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 101.1 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Stroudsburg, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Pacing Suggestions
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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
$16.73 one way
$33.46 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.31 | $36.61 |
| premium | $4.92 | $19.59 | $39.18 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.46 | $44.92 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.62 | $4.85 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Late night in Philadelphia on Monday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
4 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
2h 10m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from East Stroudsburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 101.1 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.73 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from East Stroudsburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA is easy. At 2h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from East Stroudsburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from East Stroudsburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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