Origin
Winfield, PA
Morning in Winfield on Wednesday
Local time
7:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winfield, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
146.2 mi
235 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
★
6 AM
3h 6m
8 AM
3h 29m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winfield, PA
Haneul Trac
Philadelphia, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Winfield to Philadelphia covers 163.2 miles, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 56 minutes. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the city without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $26 on fuel for the trip, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Because the path relies on turn-heavy local roads rather than major interstates, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience. It is a straightforward transit within the Northeast region that connects the quieter areas of Pennsylvania directly to the bustling hub of Philadelphia.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.1 miles from Winfield, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is defined by its local, turn-heavy character rather than a high-speed interstate grind. You will navigate the transition from rural Pennsylvania toward the city without relying on highway travel, as the highway share for this route is 0%. The road demands your full attention, as the technical nature of the path requires frequent adjustments rather than long, monotonous stretches of cruise control. Expect a consistent, winding rhythm that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Because there are no designated stops on this 163.2-mile trek, you should be prepared for a continuous drive once you depart.
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.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 37.4 miles.
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 88.4 miles in near US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 146.2 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 88.4 miles (US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
88.4 mi into trip
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~1h 55m in
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US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51
Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI A...
8
131.4 mi into trip
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~2h 43m 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
131.8 mi into trip
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~2h 44m 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
144.7 mi into trip
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~3h 2m 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
145.7 mi into trip
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~3h 4m 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 Winfield, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Lvi Airport, Patp, Scranton and Valley Forge.
Lvi Airport
88.4 mi in
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~1h 55m
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via US 22
Patp
89.8 mi in
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~1h 56m
Scranton
89.8 mi in
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~1h 56m
Valley Forge
131.4 mi in
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~2h 43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 37.4 mi | 40m |
| William Penn Highway | 21.6 mi | 26m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| State Route 54 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| Center Avenue | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| State Street | 10 mi | 11m |
| Sunbury Road | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| Westbranch Highway | 5.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 37.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winfield, PA and Philadelphia, PA.
1
Start on PA 304
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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PA 304
2
Turn right onto US 15
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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Westbranch Highway
Use the right lane.
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 61 South: Sunbury
4
Continue on PA 61; PA 147
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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PA 61; PA 147
5
Turn right onto PA 61
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Street
6
Continue on PA 61
10 mi
·
11 min
·
State Street
7
Turn left onto PA 487
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
PA 487
8
Turn right onto PA 54
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Market Street
9
Continue on PA 54
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 54
10
Continue on PA 901
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
11
Continue on PA 901
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
12
Continue on PA 901
9.4 mi
·
11 min
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Sunbury Road
13
Continue on PA 901
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Street
14
Turn right onto PA 901
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Minersville Highway
15
Turn right onto PA 901
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Gordon Nagle Trail
16
Continue on PA 901
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Sillyman Street
17
Turn left onto PA 183
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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Pottsville Street
18
Turn right onto PA 61
493 ft
·
6 sec
·
Route 61 South
19
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Center Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on PA 61
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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Centre Street
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
22
Merge onto I 78; US 22
22 mi
·
26 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
Exit 51
Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Use the slight right lane.
24
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 476 South: Philadelphia
Use the right lane.
26
Merge onto I 476; PATP
37 mi
·
39 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
Since this is a sub-three-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak traffic near Philadelphia. Plan to budget around $26 for gas, and ensure your tank is topped off before you head out, as the local roads may offer fewer convenient fueling options than a major freeway. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert and pace yourself to avoid fatigue on the winding segments. If you are traveling during high-traffic hours, checking your GPS for real-time local road closures is a smart move. Keep a close eye on your navigation, as the lack of highway signage means you will need to be particularly attentive to local turn-by-turn directions.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.1 miles from Winfield, PA, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.4 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 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.1 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 30m
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 Winfield, 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 Winfield, PA
This is one driving day of about 146.2 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Winfield, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 37.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.1 mi from Winfield, PA · 1h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 73.1 miles from Winfield, 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
$24.24 one way
$48.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $26.55 | $53.09 |
| premium | $4.93 | $28.35 | $56.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.28 | $64.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.96
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(37.4 mi)
$4.87
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(1.3 mi)
$0.09
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
$24
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.35 | $7.02 |
| Efficient EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.79 | $5.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.47 | $9.36 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Philadelphia, PA
Morning in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Local time
7:12 AM
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
9 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
3h 5m 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 Winfield, PA to Philadelphia, PA covers 146.2 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, William Penn Highway, Schuylkill Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.1 miles from Winfield, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.24 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 146.2 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 88.4 miles (US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Winfield, PA and Philadelphia, PA, road signs point toward Lvi Airport, Patp, Scranton and Valley Forge.
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