Distance from Philadelphia to Cambridge by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Philadelphia (PA) to Cambridge (MA) is 270 miles or 434 kilometers or 234 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Philadelphia to Cambridge is 301 miles (486 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 31 miles or 52 km.

Flight distance from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Philadelphia and Cambridge is 270 miles or 434 km.
The nearest airport to Philadelphia, is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and the nearest airport to Cambridge, is Logan International Airport (BOS).

What is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Cambridge?

Flight time from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA is 0 hours 37 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Philadelphia to Cambridge Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Philadelphia, PA and Cambridge, MA
This map shows the distance from Philadelphia, PA, Usa to Cambridge, MA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Cambridge, Massachusetts is displayed below.

Driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA

The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Cambridge, Massachusetts is 301 miles or 486 km.
The total driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA is 301 miles or 486 kilometers. Your trip begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It ends in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Cambridge, Massachusetts is approximately 301 miles (486 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 6 to 7 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA

How long is the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Cambridge, MA?
The total driving time is 6 hours, 18 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Philadelphia to Cambridge take?
Philadelphia and Cambridge are 6 hours 18 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Philadelphia and Cambridge

Time difference between Philadelphia (PA) and Cambridge (MA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in PhiladelphiaCurrent local time in Cambridge
2025-12-17, 05:45:40 EST2025-12-17, 05:45:40 EST
How Far is it Between Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA and Cambridge Massachusetts, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Philadelphia, PA and Cambridge, MA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 301 mi 486 km 261.39 nmi
Straight line distance 270 mi 434 km 234 nmi
Difference 31 mi 52 km 27 nmi

Philadelphia Details

Philadelphia is located in Pennsylvania, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 57' 8.4'' Longitude: W 75° 9' 49.6''
Latitude39.95234
Longitude-75.16379
StatePennsylvania
Nearest airports to Philadelphia

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Cambridge Details

Cambridge is located in Massachusetts, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 22' 30.4'' Longitude: W 71° 6' 20.2''
Latitude42.3751
Longitude-71.10561
StateMassachusetts
Nearest airports to Cambridge

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Philadelphia, PA and Cambridge, MA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 10 hours 7 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 7 hours 35 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 6 hours 45 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 6 hours 4 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 5 hours 31 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 5 hours 3 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 4 hours 40 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 4 hours 20 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 4 hours 3 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 3 hours 47 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 3 hours 34 minutes