Distance from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.
200 km · 124 miles as the crow flies, about 45 min by air.
40.0000°, -75.1700° · America/New York
38.8995°, -77.0094° · America/New York
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 200 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 200 km / 124 mi / 108 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 45 min |
| Initial bearing | 233° (SW) |
| Halfway point | 39.453°, -76.097° |
| Philadelphia coordinates | 40°, -75.17° |
| Washington, D.C. coordinates | 38.8995°, -77.0094° |
Time difference: Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.. Local time: Philadelphia · Washington, D.C.. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Washington, D.C..
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Philadelphia from Washington, D.C.?
200 km (124 miles, 108 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?
About 45 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.
Which direction is Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia?
The great-circle route leaves Philadelphia on an initial bearing of 233° (SW). The halfway point is near 39.45°, -76.10°.