Origin
Philadelphia, PA
Night in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, PA to Conshohocken, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
24m
Distance
15.2 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, PA
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Conshohocken, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Philadelphia to Conshohocken, this 15.2-mile journey is a straightforward commute. You can expect the drive to take approximately 24 minutes under normal conditions, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel cost of just $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly outing within the Northeast region. Since both cities are located in Pennsylvania, the trip remains entirely local, allowing you to bypass the complexities of long-distance travel. It serves as a practical connection between two points in the state, offering a simple transition 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
7.6 miles from Philadelphia, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway experience, as this route contains no highway segments. You will navigate local roads for the entire 15.2-mile distance, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. Because the road is composed entirely of local streets, there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch to settle into. You should prepare for a series of turns as you move between these two locations. The personality of this drive is functional and urban, prioritizing local navigation over high-speed transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Schuylkill Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 11.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Schuylkill Expressway and Vine Street Expressway. 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
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 15.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 24m.
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 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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 straight lane.
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 676 West, US 30 West: International Airport, Valley Forge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 676 West, US 30 West: International Ai...
5
1 mi into trip
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~2m 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 straight / slight right lanes.
5
2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 76; US 30 / Schuylkill Expressway
Merge onto I 76; US 30 / Schuylkill Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
13.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward PA 23: Conshohocken
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 332
Toward PA 23: Conshohocken
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Conshohocken, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Valley Forge along the way.
Valley Forge
0.8 mi in
|
~1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Schuylkill Expressway | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Fayette Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North 16th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Penn Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Penn Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Matsonford Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Schuylkill Expressway
— 11.8 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and Conshohocken, PA.
1
Start on South Penn Square
397 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
2
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Penn Square
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto North 16th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
North 16th Street
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 676 West, US 30 West: International Airport, Valley Forge
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 676; US 30
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 76; US 30
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 332
Toward PA 23: Conshohocken
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Matsonford Road
381 ft
·
11 sec
·
Matsonford Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on Fayette Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Fayette Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto West 7th Avenue
161 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 7th Avenue
12
Turn right
83 ft
·
6 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 24-minute duration, you have maximum flexibility when planning your departure time. Since the trip is so brief, there is no need to schedule any formal stops along the way. Your primary concern should be navigating the local turns effectively, so keep a close eye on your GPS to handle the frequent directional changes. Keep $2 set aside for fuel, and enjoy the convenience of a quick, efficient transit. Because this is a short local drive, you can easily incorporate it into your day without needing to build in extra time for rest or refueling breaks.
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 7.6 miles from Philadelphia, PA, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.8 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.6 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conshohocken, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Philadelphia, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Philadelphia, PA
This is one driving day of about 15.2 miles and 24m.
At 15.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Schuylkill Expressway for about 11.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.6 mi from Philadelphia, PA · 11m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.6 miles from Philadelphia, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Conshohocken, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Conshohocken, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.52 one way
$5.04 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.95 | $5.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 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 | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
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
Conshohocken, PA
Night in Conshohocken on Wednesday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
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
24m 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 Conshohocken, PA covers 15.2 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Schuylkill Expressway, Vine Street Expressway, Fayette Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.6 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 $2.52 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 15.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 24m.
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 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1 miles (I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Conshohocken, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Valley Forge along the way.
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