Origin
Philadelphia, PA
Late night in Philadelphia on Thursday
Local time
12:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, PA to Glenside, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
11.6 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
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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Glenside, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the heart of Philadelphia to Glenside, this 11.6-mile trip is an efficient way to navigate the Northeast corridor. Expect to spend about 26 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via East Penn Square, North Broad Street, and Race Street to complete the journey. With a fuel budget of just $2, this is an incredibly economical route that requires zero overnight stops. It serves as a straightforward local transit between these two Pennsylvania points rather than a traditional long-distance road trip. You can easily manage this drive in a single afternoon without needing to worry about complex logistics.
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
5.8 miles from Philadelphia, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged with city traffic rather than open highway stretches. Because this route involves zero highway driving, you will be navigating urban intersections and surface streets for the entire 11.6 miles. The road’s personality is defined by constant adjustments and attention to local signals, as there are no long, uninterrupted segments to cruise on. You won't find the monotony of an interstate here, as the environment demands your full focus from start to finish. It is a strictly practical transit through the local landscape that prioritizes urban connectivity over high-speed travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ogontz Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 3.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.1 miles in near PA 611 / East Penn Square.
Route Complexity
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 11.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
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 0.4 miles (Race Street): Navigation decision point.
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 straight 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.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Race Street
Turn right onto Race Street
Navigation decision point
7
10.1 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward PA 152: Easton Road, Glenside
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 152: Easton Road, Glenside
5
10.4 mi into trip
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~22m in
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PA 152 / South Easton Road
Turn right onto PA 152 / South Easton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ogontz Avenue | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| North 11th Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Old York Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| South Easton Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Belfield Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Germantown Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Limekiln Pike | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Race Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ogontz Avenue
— 3.7 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and Glenside, 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
Turn right onto PA 611
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Broad Street
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto Race Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Race Street
5
Turn left onto North 11th Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
North 11th Street
6
Turn right onto West Silver Street
394 ft
·
22 sec
·
West Silver Street
7
At end of road, turn left onto Germantown Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Germantown Avenue
8
Turn slight right onto Old York Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Old York Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn slight left onto Belfield Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Belfield Avenue
10
Turn right onto Ogontz Avenue
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Ogontz Avenue
11
Continue on PA 309
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Limekiln Pike
Use the left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Toward PA 152: Easton Road, Glenside
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto PA 152
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Easton Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left
26 ft
·
1 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 26-minute commute, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given that the route relies entirely on local roads like North Broad Street, try to avoid peak rush hour traffic to keep your travel time consistent. You will not need to plan for any stops since the distance is quite manageable, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep your $2 fuel estimate in mind for your budget planning, though local prices can vary slightly. A smart tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation active, as the turn-heavy nature of the local streets can be easy to misjudge during busy times of the day.
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 5.8 miles from Philadelphia, PA, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.7 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 11.6 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.8 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glenside, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Philadelphia, PA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Philadelphia, PA
This is one driving day of about 11.6 miles and 26m.
At 11.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Ogontz Avenue for about 3.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.8 mi from Philadelphia, PA · 13m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.8 miles from Philadelphia, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glenside, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Glenside, 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
$1.92 one way
$3.85 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.11 | $4.21 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Glenside, PA
Late night in Glenside on Thursday
Local time
12:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
12 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
26m 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 Glenside, PA covers 11.6 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ogontz Avenue, North 11th Street, Old York Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.8 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 $1.92 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 11 decision points packed into just 11.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
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 0.4 miles (Race Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Philadelphia, PA to Glenside, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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