Moving from Asheville, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Your Complete Guide
654
Miles
11.9 hrs
Drive Time
I-95 North / I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Asheville, NC
Philadelphia, PA
Cost of Living Index
106
102
Median Home Price
$400,000
$250,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,300/mo
$1,400/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$130
$155
Grocery Index
100
104
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 654-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Asheville, NC and Philadelphia, PA.
Knoxville, TN
Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains and home to the University of Tennessee. A lively college town with a revitalized downtown.
Gateway to Great Smoky Mountains, UT Volunteers, and Market Square
State Transition Guide: North Carolina → Pennsylvania
Moving from North Carolina to Pennsylvania? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 60 days of establishing residency in Pennsylvania
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 20 days in Pennsylvania
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Pennsylvania
- Annual vehicle safety and emissions inspections required
- State-controlled liquor stores (Fine Wine & Good Spirits)
- Philadelphia wage tax applies to all who work in the city
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 654 miles via I-95 North / I-40 East, taking about 11.9 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.