Origin
Warren, PA
Night in Warren on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warren, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
6h 46m
Distance
331 mi
533 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 35m
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6 AM
6h 47m
8 AM
7h 10m
10 AM
6h 55m
12 PM
6h 53m
3 PM
6h 56m
5 PM
7h 9m
8 PM
6h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Warren to Philadelphia covers 311.1 miles of Pennsylvania landscape, taking approximately 5 hours and 41 minutes of pure driving time. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it is best suited for a single, focused day of travel rather than a multi-day trek. You should budget about $50 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating through the Northeast, you will transition from the northern reaches of the state down to the southeastern hub of Philadelphia. While the trip is manageable in one go, keep in mind that the lack of highway time means you will be actively driving for the duration of the trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
165.5 miles from Warren, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 38m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a standard interstate cruise, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will navigate through local infrastructure for the entire 311.1-mile journey. You will spend time on Pennsylvania Avenue West, Hickory Bridge, and Crescent Park, which contribute to a driving profile defined by constant maneuvering rather than high-speed cruising. With the longest uninterrupted stretch clocking in at 0 miles on Pennsylvania Avenue West, expect a stop-and-go experience that feels more like a series of connected local segments. Be prepared for a technical drive that requires patience as you navigate away from the typical highway experience.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 165.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,082 ft
45 ft
Total Climb
3,464 ft
Total Descent
4,605 ft
Highest Point
2,082 ft
~69 mi in
Elevation Range
2,038 ft
Notable High Points
1,521 ft at ~151.7 miles
+613 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Hickory Bridge.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 331 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 0.2 miles (Hickory Bridge): Lane positioning matters here; at 316.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 316.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hickory Bridge
Turn left onto Hickory Bridge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
316.2 mi into trip
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~6h 24m 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
316.6 mi into trip
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~6h 25m 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
329.5 mi into trip
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~6h 44m 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
330.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 45m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Warren, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Patp
236.6 mi in
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~4h 56m
Allentown
236.6 mi in
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~4h 56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 165.4 mi | 3h |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 75.1 mi | 1h 21m |
| PA 948 | 23.8 mi | 35m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Boot Jack Road | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| State Park Road | 8.1 mi | 14m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Hoovertown Road | 5 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 165.4 mi, about 3h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warren, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on US 6 Business
41 ft
·
1 sec
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US 6 Business
2
Continue on US 6 Business
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
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Pennsylvania Avenue West
3
Turn left onto Hickory Bridge
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Hickory Bridge
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto Crescent Park
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Crescent Park
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto US 6
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Crescent Park
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on US 6
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
10
Continue on US 6
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
11
Take the exit
265 ft
·
9 sec
Toward PA 666 West
12
Merge onto PA 666
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
13
Continue on PA 948
8.5 mi
·
12 min
·
PA 948
14
At end of road, turn left onto PA 66
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 66
15
Turn right onto PA 948
15 mi
·
22 min
·
PA 948
16
Turn left onto PA 948
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
17
Continue on US 219; PA 948
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Boot Jack Road
18
Turn left onto PA 153
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Penfield Road
19
Continue on PA 153
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Hoovertown Road
20
Continue on PA 153
8.1 mi
·
14 min
·
State Park Road
21
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
22
Merge onto I 80
165 mi
·
3 hr
·
Keystone Shortway
23
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
26
Merge onto I 476; PATP
75 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
29
Continue on I 476
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
30
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.
31
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 16A
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Use the slight left lane.
32
Merge onto I 76
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
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.
34
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
35
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
36
Turn right onto North 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 15th Street
Use the right lane.
37
Turn slight left onto PA 611
379 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Penn Square
38
Keep slight left at fork onto South Penn Square
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Penn Square
39
Arrive at destination
South Penn Square
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 41 minute duration, plan to depart early in the morning to reach Philadelphia before evening traffic intensifies. Since the route consists entirely of local roads, build in at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and break up the repetitive nature of the turns. Keep your $50 fuel budget handy, but consider topping off your tank before leaving Warren to avoid searching for stations in unfamiliar local areas. Because this path lacks high-speed stretches, your travel time can fluctuate significantly based on local road conditions; stay flexible with your schedule. Most importantly, prioritize staying alert, as the technical demands of this turn-heavy route can be more mentally taxing than a straightforward highway drive.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 165.5 miles from Warren, PA, or about 3h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.4 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 80 miles or 2h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.5 miles or 3h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 35m
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 Warren, 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 Warren, PA
This is one driving day of about 331 miles and 6h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Warren, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 165.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165.5 mi from Warren, PA · 3h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
166 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 165.5 miles from Warren, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 165.4 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.88 one way
$109.75 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
116 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $60.10 | $120.20 |
| premium | $4.93 | $64.19 | $128.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $73.08 | $146.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.76
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(75.1 mi)
$9.76
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
$55
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.3 | 1 | $34.75 | $15.89 |
| Efficient EV | 82.8 | 0 | $28.96 | $13.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132.4 | 1 | $46.34 | $21.18 |
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Night in Philadelphia on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 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
13 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
6h 46m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Warren, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 331 miles and takes about 6h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, PA 948. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 165.5 miles from Warren, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 331 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 0.2 miles (Hickory Bridge): Lane positioning matters here; at 316.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 316.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Warren, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. The route ranges from 45 ft to 2,082 ft elevation with about 3,464 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
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