One-Way Car Rental: Washington DC to Philadelphia

Compare one-way and round-trip car rental rates from Washington DC to Philadelphia, then choose the offer that best fits your trip.

138 mi
222 km
3h 2m
typical drive time
I-95
main route

What's along the way from Washington DC to Philadelphia

Real stops on the I-95 route, roughly in the order you'll reach them.

Baltimore, MD ~65 km from Washington DC

The largest city directly on this route, about 45 minutes north of DC.

Wilmington, DE ~170 km from Washington DC

Delaware's largest city, roughly 30 minutes before Philadelphia.

Washington DC to Philadelphia FAQs

How far is it from Washington DC to Philadelphia by car?
It's about 138 miles (222 km) from Washington DC to Philadelphia, mostly via I-95, with a drive time of roughly 3h 2m in normal traffic.
Is it cheaper to rent a car one-way from Washington DC to Philadelphia?
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 booking a round-trip rental instead.