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Philadelphia to Boston by car

Compare one-way and round-trip rental rates from Philadelphia to Boston, then book with whoever has the best price.

491 km
305 mi
typical drive time
6h 29m
main route
I-95

Rental cars in Philadelphia

Live rates from major suppliers, including one-way options.

Route

Along the way

Stops on the I-95 route, in the order you’ll reach them from Philadelphia.

  1. New York City, NY

    ~150 km

    I-95 threads through the city on the New Jersey Turnpike and George Washington Bridge approach, the busiest stretch of this drive.

  2. New Haven, CT

    ~290 km

    Home to Yale University, roughly two-thirds of the way to Boston.

FAQ

Philadelphia to Boston, answered

How far is it from Philadelphia to Boston by car?

It's about 305 miles (491 km) from Philadelphia to Boston, mostly via I-95, with a drive time of roughly 6h 29m in normal traffic.

Where can I stop between Philadelphia and Boston?

New York City, NY and New Haven, CT are the main stops along this route.

Is it cheaper to rent a car one-way from Philadelphia to Boston?

One-way rentals sometimes carry a drop fee that varies by supplier and season. Search above to compare one-way rates from real suppliers before settling on a round-trip rental instead.