How far is Tarentum, PA from Philadelphia, PA?
The driving distance from Tarentum, PA to Philadelphia, PA is about 306.1 miles (492.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 246.4 miles (396.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tarentum and Philadelphia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tarentum and Philadelphia.
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Start on East Street
59 m · 8 sec · East Street
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Turn right onto West 7th Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · West 7th Avenue
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Continue on Freeport Road
3273 ft · 1 min · Freeport Road
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Turn right onto Baileys Run Road
1229 ft · 44 sec · Baileys Run Road
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Take the ramp right
1222 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Allegheny Valley Expressway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Allegheny Valley Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Cheswick, Springdale
1293 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Russellton
46 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Hite Road
1773 ft · 50 sec · Hite Road
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Turn left onto Russellton Road
1 km · 1 min · Russellton Road
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Continue on Little Deer Creek Valley Road
1599 ft · 54 sec · Little Deer Creek Valley Road
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Continue on Pearl Avenue
1073 ft · 42 sec · Pearl Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Freeport Road
1590 ft · 38 sec · Freeport Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward PATP
1318 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Harrisburg
1020 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
279.5 mi · 5 hr 4 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
18 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Vine Street Expressway
1.3 km · 1 min · Vine Street Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Central Philadelphia
731 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 15th Street, Central Philadelphia
96 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto North 15th Street
1987 ft · 49 sec · North 15th Street
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Turn slight left onto South Penn Square
115 m · 9 sec · South Penn Square
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Keep slight left to continue on South Penn Square
51 m · 3 sec · South Penn Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Penn Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tarentum and Philadelphia.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
280 mi · 05h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tarentum to Philadelphia?
The road trip is about 306.1 miles (492.6 km) and usually takes 04h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lurgan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 152.9 miles from Tarentum and 153.2 miles from Philadelphia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 246.4 miles (396.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 59.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.13 one way or $88.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 96 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tarentum and Philadelphia. Straight-line distance: 246.35 mi (396.47 km).
#1 Tarentum
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 4,338 |
| Coordinates | 40.6014600, -79.7597700 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Philadelphia
The sixth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,578,487 |
| Coordinates | 39.9523300, -75.1637900 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Penn Square (-75.163922, 39.951648)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 493 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $44.13 | $88.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $49.67 | $99.34 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $53.50 | $107.01 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $64.58 | $129.17 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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