Origin
Media, PA
Afternoon in Media on Saturday
Local time
1:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Media, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
14.8 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Media, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 14.8-mile drive from Media, PA to Philadelphia, PA takes about 31 minutes and is best suited for a single day. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $2, it’s an economical trip. The route primarily utilizes State Road and Lansdowne Avenue before merging onto the Schuylkill Expressway. Given its short distance and duration, this journey is easily manageable without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical option for getting between these two Northeast region locations within Pennsylvania.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Road | 5 mi | 10m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Girard Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| South State Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Media Bypass | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| South Monroe Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Road
— 5 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Media, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on South Monroe Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Monroe Street
2
Continue on State Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 1 North
4
Merge onto US 1
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Media Bypass
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 1
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on State Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
State Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on South State Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Road
8
Continue on North State Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North State Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
10
Merge onto US 30; US 1 Alternate Truck
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
11
Turn left onto US 30; US 1 Alternate Truck
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Girard Avenue
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30; US 1 Alternate Truck
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Girard Avenue
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Girard Avenue
14
Take the exit onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 30
Toward I 76 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
15
Merge onto I 76
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
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.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
20
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
21
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
22
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 14.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 1 / Media Bypass
Merge onto US 1 / Media Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 30
Take the exit onto US 30 toward I 76 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelp...
8
13.4 mi into trip
|
~28m 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...
6
14.1 mi into trip
|
~29m 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
14.3 mi into trip
|
~30m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.45 one way
$4.91 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.69 | $5.37 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Afternoon in Philadelphia on Saturday
Local time
1:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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
31m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a route with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll navigate a series of intersections and changes in direction. Only about 16% of this trip is on the highway, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 5 miles on State Road. The majority of the drive will feel like a local commute, winding through neighborhoods and connecting streets before eventually reaching the faster-paced Schuylkill Expressway for a portion of the journey.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5 mi on State Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 1.8 miles in near US 1 / Media Bypass.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 14.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 1 / Media Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 14.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5 miles on State Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Philadelphia, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 1 / Media Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and First State National Historical Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Philadelphia, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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