Origin
Philadelphia, PA
Evening in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
7:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, PA to Aston, PA
Drive Time
37m
Distance
24.5 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
Aston, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Philadelphia to Aston, you are looking at a quick 21.3-mile journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. This trip is perfect for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily through local roads, including East Penn Square, John F, and North 15th Street, rather than taking the interstate. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical route to manage. Because both locations are situated within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar urban and suburban landscape throughout the entire drive. It is a straightforward, practical commute that gets you from the heart of the city to your destination without any complex logistical planning.
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
12.3 miles from Philadelphia, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate city streets. Since the highway share is 0%, you won't experience any high-speed interstate cruising on this 21.3-mile stretch. The route features a consistent series of turns rather than long, open-road stretches, making the driving experience feel more technical and engaged. Because there are no designated stops required, you will likely find yourself focused on the immediate flow of traffic through the local corridors. You should prepare for a steady pace that reflects the density of the Philadelphia area as you transition toward Aston.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Delaware Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 18.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and Pennell Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near PA 611 / East Penn Square.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 24.5 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 0.1 miles (PA 611 / East Penn Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (PA 611 / North Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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PA 611 / East Penn Square
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611 / East Penn Square
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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PA 611 / North Broad Street
Turn right onto PA 611 / North Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 676 East, US 30 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Merge onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
20.5 mi into trip
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~29m in
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US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward US 322 West: West Chester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 322 West: West Chester
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Aston, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia International Airport along the way.
Philadelphia International Airport
1.5 mi in
|
~2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 18.3 mi | 25m |
| Pennell Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| US 322 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Concord Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Market Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Broad Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Aston Mills Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Delaware Expressway
— 18.3 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and Aston, PA.
1
Start on South Penn Square
397 ft
·
8 sec
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South Penn Square
2
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Penn Square
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto PA 611
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Broad Street
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East
5
Merge onto I 676; US 30
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Vine Street Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Vine Street Expressway
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Vine Street Expressway
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Chester, Philadelphia International Airport
8
Merge onto I 95
18 mi
·
25 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 322
Toward US 322 West: West Chester
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward PA 452 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto PA 452
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Market Street
12
Continue on PA 452
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Pennell Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn slight left onto Concord Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Concord Road
14
Keep slight right at fork onto Aston Mills Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Aston Mills Road
15
Arrive at destination
Aston Mills Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 37-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on these local roads is always a smart move. You don't need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep your $3 fuel estimate in mind, but ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent stops and turns rather than highway cruising. A specific tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the turn-heavy layout of North 15th Street and East Penn Square before heading out, as the navigation can be busy. By keeping your route map handy, you can easily manage the transition between these local streets without any stress.
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 12.3 miles from Philadelphia, PA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.3 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 24.5 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.3 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aston, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA
This is one driving day of about 24.5 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Philadelphia, 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 Delaware Expressway for about 18.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.3 mi from Philadelphia, PA · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.3 miles from Philadelphia, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Aston, PA
The final approach into Aston, 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 Aston, 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
$4.05 one way
$8.11 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.44 | $8.87 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.44 | $10.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Aston, PA
Evening in Aston on Sunday
Local time
7:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
2 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
37m 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 Philadelphia, PA to Aston, PA covers 24.5 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Delaware Expressway, Pennell Road, US 322. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.3 miles from Philadelphia, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.05 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 24.5 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 0.1 miles (PA 611 / East Penn Square): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (PA 611 / North Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Aston, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Philadelphia International Airport along the way.
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