Origin
New Hope, PA
Afternoon in New Hope on Monday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Hope, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Drive Time
1h
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
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6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Hope, PA
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Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from New Hope to Philadelphia covers 40.4 miles of Pennsylvania countryside, making for a straightforward 54-minute trip. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to easily complete the journey without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit between these two Northeast locations. Because the drive is relatively short and direct, it offers the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule permits. You will find that this transition from the quiet charm of New Hope into the heart of Philadelphia is simple and efficient, serving as a reliable way to connect these two distinct areas.
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
20.2 miles from New Hope, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this entire route consists of surface roads with 0% highway travel. Your journey relies on a sequence of South Main Street, River Road, and Taylorsville Road to navigate the landscape. Because there are no long highway stretches, your longest uninterrupted drive is 0 miles on South Main Street, necessitating constant engagement behind the wheel. The technical nature of these local roads means you should be prepared for frequent turns throughout the 40.4-mile trek. This isn't a route for cruise control; instead, it is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you connected to the road.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 New Hope, PA to Philadelphia, PA is easy. At 1h 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 New Hope, PA to Philadelphia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| River Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Taylorsville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 295 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Delaware Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 676 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 676 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vine Street Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Hope, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on East Bridge Street
56 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Bridge Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on River Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
River Road
4
Turn right onto Taylorsville Road
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Taylorsville Road
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 295 West: Philadelphia
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 295 West: Philadelphia
6
Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
28 mi
·
38 min
·
Delaware Expressway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 676 West, US 30 West: Central Philadelphia
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 676 West, US 30 West: Central Philadelphia
9
Continue on Vine Street Expressway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
10
Take the exit slight right toward PA 611: Broad Street, Central Philadelphia
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
PA 611: Broad Street, Central Philadelphia
11
Continue on North 15th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 15th Street
12
Turn slight left onto South Penn Square
377 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Penn Square
13
Keep slight left to continue on South Penn Square
167 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Penn Square
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 54-minute drive with no scheduled stops, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. Aim to hit the road when local traffic is at its lightest to ensure you maintain your estimated travel duration. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert and keep your focus on the road signs as you transition between South Main Street and Taylorsville Road. With a modest $7 fuel estimate, you won't need to worry about complex refueling logistics along the way. Use the lack of required stops to your benefit by planning your arrival in Philadelphia exactly when you want to be there, rather than working around a rigid itinerary.
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 20.2 miles from New Hope, PA, or about 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 40.4 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.2 miles or 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 51m
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 New Hope, 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 New Hope, PA
This is one driving day of about 40.4 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Hope, 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from New Hope, PA · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from New Hope, 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
$6.69 one way
$13.37 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.31 | $14.63 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.83 | $15.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.98 | $17.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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 Monday
Local time
4:43 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
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
1h 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 New Hope, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 40.4 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Main Street, River Road, Taylorsville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.2 miles from New Hope, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.69 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 New Hope, PA to Philadelphia, PA is easy. At 1h 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 New Hope, PA to Philadelphia, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Hope, PA to Philadelphia, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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