Origin
Philadelphia, PA
Evening in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
8:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, PA to East Norriton, PA
Drive Time
38m
Distance
23 mi
37 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
East Norriton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
If you are heading from Philadelphia to East Norriton, you are looking at a quick 23-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes. This short hop is perfect for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. With a fuel budget of just $4, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate within the Northeast region. Since you are staying entirely within Pennsylvania, you won't need to worry about regional transitions or time zone changes. It is a straightforward trip best suited for those who prefer local roads over high-speed interstate travel.
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
11.5 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 rather than a high-speed highway experience, as this route has a highway share of 0%. You will navigate through city and suburban streets, relying on local arteries like East Penn Square, John F, and North 16th Street. Because you are avoiding major highways, the pace remains steady and urban throughout the entire 23-mile distance. There is no single longest stretch of uninterrupted driving, so you should anticipate frequent stops and turns as you transition from the heart of Philadelphia toward East Norriton.
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.
Schuylkill Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Schuylkill Expressway and West Germantown Pike. 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
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 23 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 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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
0.8 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...
7
14.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 331B
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
8
17.6 mi into trip
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~26m in
Take the exit toward Germantown Pike East, Plymouth Meeting
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 19
Toward Germantown Pike East, Plymouth Meeting
6
18.2 mi into trip
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~27m in
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West Germantown Pike
Turn left onto West Germantown Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Philadelphia, PA and East Norriton, PA, road signs point toward Germantown Pike East and Plymouth Meeting.
Germantown Pike East
17.6 mi in
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~26m
Plymouth Meeting
17.6 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Schuylkill Expressway | 12.1 mi | 17m |
| West Germantown Pike | 4.4 mi | 9m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1 mi | 1m |
| North 16th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Chemical Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Penn Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Schuylkill Expressway
— 12.1 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and East Norriton, 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
Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the none / straight lanes.
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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 76; US 30
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 331B
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 476
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 19
Toward Germantown Pike East, Plymouth Meeting
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Chemical Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Chemical Road
12
Turn left onto West Germantown Pike
4.4 mi
·
9 min
·
West Germantown Pike
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto North Wales Road
451 ft
·
21 sec
·
North Wales Road
14
Turn left onto Barbara Drive
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Barbara Drive
15
Turn right onto Denise Road
410 ft
·
17 sec
·
Denise Road
16
Arrive at destination
Denise Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 38-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because you are relying on local streets, you should keep an eye on local traffic patterns that might affect your travel time. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, but staying alert for frequent turns is essential given the road profile. Budgeting $4 for fuel should be more than enough for the trip, but verify your gas levels before leaving Philadelphia to ensure a stress-free arrival. Taking advantage of the route's short duration allows you to easily adjust your schedule based on the day's traffic flow.
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 11.5 miles from Philadelphia, PA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.1 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 23 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.5 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Norriton, 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 23 miles and 38m.
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 Schuylkill Expressway for about 12.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.5 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.5 miles from Philadelphia, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Norriton, PA
The final approach into East Norriton, 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 East Norriton, 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
$3.81 one way
$7.61 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.16 | $8.33 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.46 | $8.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
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 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
East Norriton, PA
Evening in East Norriton on Sunday
Local time
8:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
18 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
38m 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 East Norriton, PA covers 23 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Schuylkill Expressway, West Germantown Pike, Mid-County Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.5 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 $3.81 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 13 significant decision points across 23 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 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Philadelphia, PA and East Norriton, PA, road signs point toward Germantown Pike East and Plymouth Meeting.
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