Distance from Philadelphia to Columbia by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Philadelphia (PA) to Columbia (MD) is 102 miles or 164 kilometers or 89 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Philadelphia to Columbia is 119 miles (192 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 17 miles or 28 km.

Flight distance from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MD in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Philadelphia and Columbia is 102 miles or 164 km.
The nearest airport to Philadelphia, is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and the nearest airport to Columbia, is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

What is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Columbia?

Flight time from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MD is 0 hours 14 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Philadelphia to Columbia Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MD

The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Columbia, Maryland is 119 miles or 192 km.
The total driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MD is 119 miles or 192 kilometers. Your trip begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It ends in Columbia, Maryland.
The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Columbia, Maryland is approximately 119 miles (192 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 2 to 3 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MD

How long is the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Columbia, MD?
The total driving time is 2 hours, 29 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Philadelphia to Columbia take?
Philadelphia and Columbia are 2 hours 29 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 Columbia

Time difference between Philadelphia (PA) and Columbia (MD) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in PhiladelphiaCurrent local time in Columbia
2025-12-22, 02:21:21 EST2025-12-22, 02:21:21 EST
How Far is it Between Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA and Columbia Maryland, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 119 mi 192 km 103.34 nmi
Straight line distance 102 mi 164 km 89 nmi
Difference 17 mi 28 km 14 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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Columbia Details

Columbia is located in Maryland, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 14' 25.4'' Longitude: W 76° 50' 21.9''
Latitude39.24038
Longitude-76.83942
StateMaryland
Nearest airports to Columbia

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Philadelphia, PA and Columbia, MD
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 4 hours 0 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 3 hours 0 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 2 hours 40 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 2 hours 24 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 2 hours 10 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 2 hours 0 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 1 hours 50 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 1 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 1 hours 36 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 1 hours 30 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 1 hours 24 minutes