Origin
Skippack, PA
Evening in Skippack on Sunday
Local time
8:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Skippack, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Drive Time
47m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Skippack, PA
Petra Nesti
Philadelphia, PA
Samyantak Mohanty
Trip Overview
Traveling from Skippack to Philadelphia covers a straightforward 32.7-mile distance, typically taking about 40 minutes depending on traffic. You will primarily utilize Old Forty Foot Road to connect with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension (PATP South) for the majority of the journey. Because this is a quick trip within the Northeast region, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. Budgeting about $5 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for this short trek. This route offers a direct transition from the suburban feel of Skippack into the heart of Philadelphia, making it a highly manageable drive for anyone looking to reach the city quickly.
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
16.3 miles from Skippack, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that transitions into a more structured highway experience as you head toward the city. While the route involves zero highway share, you will rely on the Turnpike to bridge the gap between local roads and your urban destination. The drive lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, requiring you to remain alert for frequent changes in road conditions and navigation points. Navigating the initial local sections requires more attention than a standard interstate cruise, as the character of the road shifts significantly from the start in Skippack to the approach into Philadelphia. It is a functional, efficient path rather than a scenic getaway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 12.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Schuylkill Expressway and Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.3 miles in near I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 32.7 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 14.3 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
14.3 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
17.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
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 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Vall...
8
18.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
8
31.2 mi into trip
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~45m in
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I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30 / Vine Street Expressway toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadel...
9
32.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Towns Along This Route
Between Skippack, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp South and Valley Forge.
Patp South
3.7 mi in
|
~9m
Valley Forge
17.9 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Schuylkill Expressway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Old Forty Foot Road | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Skippack Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North 15th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Penn Square | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Schuylkill Expressway
— 12.6 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Skippack, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on PA 73
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Skippack Pike
2
Turn left onto Old Forty Foot Road
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Forty Foot Road
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PATP South
4
Merge onto I 476; PATP
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on I 476
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16
Toward I 76 East, I 76 West: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16A
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 76
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 676; US 30
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Vine Street Expressway
Toward I 676 East, US 30 East: Central Philadelphia
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
16
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
Use the none lane.
17
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 40-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak rush hour traffic is always a smart move to keep your travel time consistent. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through without fatigue. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $5 fuel estimate assumes a steady flow of traffic. A specific tip for this route: keep a close watch on your GPS when transitioning from Old Forty Foot Road onto the Turnpike, as the local turn-heavy nature of the start can be easy to misjudge if you aren't paying attention to the signage.
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 16.3 miles from Skippack, PA, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.6 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 32.7 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.3 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Skippack, 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 Skippack, PA
This is one driving day of about 32.7 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Skippack, 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 12.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.3 mi from Skippack, PA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Skippack, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Philadelphia, PA
The final approach into Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, 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
$5.41 one way
$10.82 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.34
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(10.3 mi)
$1.34
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Philadelphia, PA
Evening in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
8:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
47m 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 Skippack, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 32.7 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Schuylkill Expressway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, 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 16.3 miles from Skippack, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.41 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 32.7 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 14.3 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Skippack, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp South and Valley Forge.
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