Origin
Lansdowne, PA
Night in Lansdowne on Sunday
Local time
10:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansdowne, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Drive Time
18m
Distance
6.7 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lansdowne, PA
Kirandeep Singh Walia
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Lansdowne to Philadelphia, you are looking at a quick, 6.8-mile trip that typically takes about 28 minutes. This journey stays entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, making it a straightforward local connection rather than a long-haul excursion. You will navigate primarily via South Cobbs Creek Parkway, South 58th Street, and Whitby Avenue to reach your destination. Because the total duration is under half an hour, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimate of just $1, this is an incredibly budget-friendly commute that requires no overnight stops.
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
3.4 miles from Lansdowne, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel from start to finish. You will not encounter any highway stretches on this route, as it relies 0% on high-speed interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on South Cobbs Creek Parkway, meaning you should be prepared for frequent turns and urban navigation. This is not a route for cruising at high speeds; instead, it is a practical transition through local streets. Focus on your surroundings, as the lack of highway miles means you will be interacting with neighborhood traffic for the entire 28-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Baltimore Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 3.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in near I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 6.7 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 4.9 miles (I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (PA 3 / Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.9 mi into trip
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~14m in
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I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Merge onto I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
5.5 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward 30th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 345
Toward 30th Street
5
5.7 mi into trip
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~15m in
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PA 3 / Market Street
Turn right onto PA 3 / Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
6.6 mi into trip
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~18m in
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PA 611 / South 15th Street
At end of road, turn right onto PA 611 / South 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
6.7 mi into trip
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~18m in
|
South Penn Square
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Baltimore Avenue | 3.2 mi | 10m |
| Market Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Chester Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South University Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Woodland Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 45th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Baltimore Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Baltimore Avenue
— 3.2 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansdowne, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on East Baltimore Avenue
3.2 mi
·
10 min
·
East Baltimore Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto South 45th Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 45th Street
3
Turn left onto Chester Avenue
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Chester Avenue
4
Turn slight left onto Woodland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Woodland Avenue
5
Continue on US 13
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Baltimore Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Turn slight right onto South University Avenue
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
South University Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 76 West
8
Merge onto I 76
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 345
Toward 30th Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto PA 3
276 ft
·
8 sec
·
Schuylkill Avenue
11
Turn right onto PA 3
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Market Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
At end of road, turn right onto PA 611
85 ft
·
1 sec
·
South 15th Street
Use the right lane.
13
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
14
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
15
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 6.8-mile journey, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about pacing stops or long-distance fatigue, as you will reach Philadelphia in less than half an hour. Keep in mind that because the route consists entirely of local roads, traffic patterns on South 58th Street and Whitby Avenue can impact your travel time more than a highway route would. Plan your departure to account for potential local congestion during peak hours. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation app active to help manage the series of turns required to navigate from Lansdowne into the city.
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.
The halfway point lands around 3.4 miles from Lansdowne, PA, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.2 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 6.7 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.4 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
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 Lansdowne, 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 Lansdowne, PA
This is one driving day of about 6.7 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lansdowne, 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.
The longest stretch is on East Baltimore Avenue for about 3.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.4 mi from Lansdowne, PA · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 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 6.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.4 miles from Lansdowne, 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
$1.11 one way
$2.22 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.21 | $2.43 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.30 | $2.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.59 | $0.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Night in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
10:59 PM
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
18 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
18m 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 Lansdowne, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 6.7 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Baltimore Avenue, Market Street, Schuylkill Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.4 miles from Lansdowne, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.11 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 6.7 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 4.9 miles (I 76 / Schuylkill Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles (PA 3 / Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lansdowne, PA to Philadelphia, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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