Origin
Harford, PA
Morning in Harford on Wednesday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harford, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 1m
Distance
153.8 mi
248 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 50m
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6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 7m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 23m
8 PM
2h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harford, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
This 153.8-mile drive from Harford, PA, to Philadelphia, PA, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 3 hours. With 99% of the route on major highways, including the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I-81, you'll find it to be a quick and efficient trip, ideal for a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost is around $25, making it an economical option for getting between these two points in the Northeast region. This route is designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.9 miles from Harford, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 99% of the drive taking place on major roads like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Schuylkill Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 111.3 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a consistent pace. This profile means you'll spend most of your time on fast-moving, limited-access highways, making it a direct and efficient way to cover the distance. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, emphasizing speed and connectivity.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 547 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,583 ft
45 ft
Total Climb
1,424 ft
Total Descent
2,649 ft
Highest Point
1,583 ft
~65.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,539 ft
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Harford, PA to Philadelphia, PA is easy. At 3h 1m 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 Harford, PA to Philadelphia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 547 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 6 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 476 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mid-County Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Schuylkill Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vine Street Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
State Route 547
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harford, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on Tingley Lake Road
197 ft
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13 sec
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Tingley Lake Road
2
Turn sharp left onto State Route 547
512 ft
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13 sec
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State Route 547
3
Continue on State Route 547
0.9 mi
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1 min
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State Route 547
4
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
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22 sec
5
Merge slight left
23 mi
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26 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 West, US 11, PATP South, I 476 South: Clarks Summit
0.2 mi
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27 sec
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US 6 West, US 11, PATP South, I 476 South: Clarks Summit
7
Keep slight right to continue on PATP, I 476: Allentown
515 ft
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13 sec
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PATP, I 476: Allentown
8
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
111 mi
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2 hr 4 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
9
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
0.3 mi
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24 sec
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
10
Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
11
Continue on Mid-County Expressway
3.4 mi
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4 min
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Mid-County Expressway
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
0.3 mi
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43 sec
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I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Philadelphia
0.3 mi
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42 sec
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I 76 East: Philadelphia
14
Merge slight right onto Schuylkill Expressway
13 mi
·
17 min
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Schuylkill Expressway
15
Keep slight left to continue on Vine Street Expressway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Vine Street Expressway
16
Take the exit slight right toward Central Philadelphia
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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Central Philadelphia
17
Keep slight right to continue on 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
315 ft
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11 sec
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15th Street, Central Philadelphia
18
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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North 15th Street
19
Turn slight left onto South Penn Square
377 ft
·
9 sec
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South Penn Square
20
Keep slight left to continue on South Penn Square
167 ft
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3 sec
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South Penn Square
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration and 153.8-mile distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can easily tackle this drive without needing an overnight stop. With a fuel cost estimate of $25, it's wise to ensure you have a full tank before departing Harford to minimize any unexpected stops. The longest stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is over 111 miles, so plan your breaks accordingly, perhaps before you get too far into that segment.
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 76.9 miles from Harford, PA, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.9 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harford, 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 Harford, PA
This is one driving day of about 153.8 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Harford, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.9 mi from Harford, PA · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.9 miles from Harford, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$25.50 one way
$51.00 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $27.93 | $55.85 |
| premium | $4.93 | $29.83 | $59.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.96 | $67.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.15 | $7.38 |
| Efficient EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.46 | $6.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.53 | $9.84 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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
Morning in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
77 mi in
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
10 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 1m 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 Harford, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 153.8 miles and takes about 3h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 547, US 6 West, I 476. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.9 miles from Harford, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.50 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Harford, PA to Philadelphia, PA is easy. At 3h 1m 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 Harford, PA to Philadelphia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Harford, PA to Philadelphia, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 45 ft to 1,583 ft elevation with about 1,424 ft of total climbing.
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