Moving from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA
Your Complete Guide
269
Miles
4.9 hrs
Drive Time
I-95 South / I-80 West
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Philadelphia, PA
Richmond, VA
Cost of Living Index
102
96
Median Home Price
$250,000
$300,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$155
$145
Grocery Index
104
98
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 269-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Philadelphia, PA and Richmond, VA.
Baltimore, MD
Charm City, a historic port city with a revitalized Inner Harbor and world-class museums. Known for its blue crabs and distinct neighborhoods.
Inner Harbor, blue crabs, Fort McHenry, and Johns Hopkins
State Transition Guide: Pennsylvania → Virginia
Moving from Pennsylvania to Virginia? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 60 days of establishing residency in Virginia
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Virginia
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Virginia
- Many residents work for the federal government or defense contractors
- Annual vehicle safety inspections are required
- Personal property tax on vehicles is assessed by locality
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 269 miles via I-95 South / I-80 West, taking about 4.9 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.