Origin
Philadelphia, PA
Afternoon in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Philadelphia, PA to Sharon Hill, PA
Drive Time
21m
Distance
9.9 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
Sharon Hill, PA
Cheryn Appleton
Trip Overview
Traveling from Philadelphia to Sharon Hill is a quick 9.9-mile journey that typically takes about 21 minutes. Since this route stays entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip or a quick commute. You won’t need to worry about overnight accommodations or heavy logistics for a drive of this length. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, it is a very budget-friendly trip. Because there are no required stops along the way, you can easily complete the drive in one go, making it a straightforward option for your itinerary.
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
4.9 miles from Philadelphia, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way out of the city. The route relies on surface streets like East Penn Square, John F, and North 15th Street rather than high-speed interstates. In fact, highway usage for this trip is 0%, meaning you will be dealing with city traffic patterns throughout the entire 9.9-mile distance. Because the longest stretch of road is essentially 0 miles on East Penn Square, you should be prepared for constant maneuvering and frequent turns. It is a practical, urban-focused drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Penrose Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 3.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near PA 611 / East Penn Square.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 0.3 miles (PA 611 / North 15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (Washington Avenue): 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.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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PA 611 / North 15th Street
Turn left onto PA 611 / North 15th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Washington Avenue
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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South 21st Street
Turn left onto South 21st Street
Navigation decision point
5
3.8 mi into trip
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~8m in
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PA 291 / West Moyamensing Avenue
Enter roundabout onto PA 291 / West Moyamensing Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Penrose Avenue | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| South 21st Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North 15th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South 84th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Hook Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Sharon Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Island Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Penrose Avenue
— 3.2 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Philadelphia, PA and Sharon Hill, 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 straight lane.
3
Continue on John F. Kennedy Boulevard
280 ft
·
4 sec
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto PA 611
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North 15th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
6
Turn left onto South 21st Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South 21st Street
7
Turn left onto Oregon Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Oregon Avenue
8
Turn right onto South 20th Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South 20th Street
9
Enter roundabout onto PA 291
81 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Moyamensing Avenue
10
Continue on PA 291
284 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Moyamensing Avenue
11
Continue on PA 291
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Penrose Avenue
12
Continue on PA 291
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Penrose Avenue
Toward PA 291 West: Island Avenue
13
Turn right onto Island Avenue
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Island Avenue
14
Turn left onto PA 291
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Bartram Avenue
15
Turn right onto South 84th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South 84th Street
16
Continue on Hook Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hook Road
17
Turn right onto Sharon Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sharon Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Sharon Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 21-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since this is a local transit route without dedicated stops, you can easily adjust your schedule to avoid peak congestion if you prefer a smoother experience. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should pay close attention to local signage rather than relying on high-speed cruising. Budgeting $2 for fuel is more than enough to cover the distance, leaving you with little to worry about regarding range or maintenance. Make sure your GPS is set to navigate local city streets before you pull away from Philadelphia.
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 4.9 miles from Philadelphia, PA, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.2 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 9.9 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.9 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sharon Hill, 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 9.9 miles and 21m.
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 Penrose Avenue for about 3.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.9 mi from Philadelphia, PA · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.9 miles from Philadelphia, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sharon Hill, PA
The final approach into Sharon Hill, 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 Sharon Hill, 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
$1.64 one way
$3.28 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.79 | $3.59 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.20 | $4.40 |
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: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Sharon Hill, PA
Afternoon in Sharon Hill on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
21m 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 Sharon Hill, PA covers 9.9 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Penrose Avenue, South 21st Street, North 15th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.9 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 $1.64 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 0.3 miles (PA 611 / North 15th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Philadelphia, PA to Sharon Hill, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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