Origin
Lemoyne, PA
Evening in Lemoyne on Wednesday
Local time
8:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lemoyne, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
107.1 mi
172 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lemoyne, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 106.7 miles, this route from Lemoyne to Philadelphia is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes to complete. Because the total duration is under two hours, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel, making this an affordable option for a quick transit between these two Pennsylvania locations. Since the entire trip stays within the Northeast region, you will remain in a familiar geographic corridor throughout your travels. It is an ideal path for those who prefer to avoid the interstate system in favor of more direct local navigation. Planning for a simple, one-day excursion will give you the most 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
53.6 miles from Lemoyne, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than drifting through a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate primarily via Plum Street, South 3rd Street, and Lowther Street, as this route features a 0% highway share. Because the path relies entirely on local roads, the drive requires constant attention to navigation and changing street patterns. Unlike long highway stretches where you can settle into a steady pace, this journey demands more active steering through its local course. The lack of highway miles ensures a unique, hands-on experience that feels distinctly different from a typical high-speed commute.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 83.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.3 miles in near South 3rd Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 107.1 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 0.3 miles (South 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 87.6 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.6 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South 3rd Street
Turn right onto South 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
8
87.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
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I 76
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
8
105.6 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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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...
6
106.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward Central Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Central Philadelphia
9
106.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 83.6 mi | 1h 29m |
| I 76 | 18 mi | 26m |
| I 83 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lowther Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North 15th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Plum Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 83.6 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lemoyne, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on South 6th Street
98 ft
·
2 sec
·
South 6th Street
2
Continue on Plum Street
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
Plum Street
3
Turn right onto South 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South 3rd Street
4
Turn right onto Lowther Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lowther Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 83 South: York
6
Merge onto I 83
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I 83
7
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 76, PATP: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh
8
Merge onto I 76; PATP
84 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 76
18 mi
·
26 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
10
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.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
15
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
16
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, you should plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours to ensure the 1 hour and 52-minute duration remains accurate. Since there are zero scheduled stops in this itinerary, you have the total freedom to pace your own breaks as you see fit. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy profile of the roads means you should stay alert for frequent intersections and directional changes. Budgeting $17 for fuel is a safe estimate, but always verify local gas prices before you depart to keep your travel costs on track. Use the flexibility of this short drive to your advantage by leaving whenever it best suits your personal timeline.
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 53.6 miles from Lemoyne, PA, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.6 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 24 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.6 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
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 Lemoyne, 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 Lemoyne, PA
This is one driving day of about 107.1 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Lemoyne, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 83.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.6 mi from Lemoyne, PA · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.6 miles from Lemoyne, 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 83.6 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
$17.76 one way
$35.51 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.45 | $38.89 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.77 | $41.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.65 | $47.29 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.86
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(83.6 mi)
$10.86
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
$18
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.25 | $5.14 |
| Efficient EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.37 | $4.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.8 | 0 | $14.99 | $6.85 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (65% 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
Evening in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Local time
8:18 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
1 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 6m 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 Lemoyne, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 107.1 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 76, I 83. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.6 miles from Lemoyne, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.76 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 12 significant decision points across 107.1 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 0.3 miles (South 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 87.6 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.6 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lemoyne, PA to Philadelphia, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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