King of Prussia is a census-designated place within Upper Merion Township, in Montgomery County, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Home to a population of over 19,900 residents as of the last U.S. census, King of Prussia has been experiencing rapid growth, as has much of the greater Philadelphia area within the Delaware Valley metro area.
The area was named for the inn in the area – first established as a small cottage, the King of Prussia Inn was established in the late 18th century and was a popular stop for travelers heading west into Ohio, and was often the first place they stopped along the way. Today, the area has yet to be incorporated, but it is perhaps best known for the large shopping mall that sits near the southern end of the area.
Basic Facts About King of Prussia
- Current population: 19,900
- Current mayor: None (business-administered)
- Total area: 8.5 sq mi
- Official website: http://www.kingofprussia.com/
- Located in: Montgomery County
- Founded in: 1719
- Zip codes: 19406, 19407
- Area codes: 484, 610
Auto Transport Tips to and from King of Prussia
As a census-designated place, King of Prussia doesn’t exactly top any lists of largest municipalities; it’s usually grouped in with Upper Merion Township along with several other smaller towns and villages. However, it’s one of the largest areas in the township, which sits within Montgomery County, and as such tends to see a lot of traffic flowing through it, even if it’s not of the auto transport variety.
That said, it’ll likely be an area that carriers can quickly get into and out of, so you shouldn’t be seeing too many problems with shipping a vehicle there because of its geography – ease-of-access is going to be more important in the long run.
In that regard, there may be easier-to-reach locations around Philadelphia if you are shipping into King of Prussia proper, though it will likely depend on the route that your carrier is going to be taking into and out of the area. Located about ten or twenty miles west of Philadelphia proper, King of Prussia is definitely within the Delaware Valley Metropolitan Area which is anchored by Philadelphia, so it’s not uncommon to see carriers often running routes into and out of the region.
You’ll want to discuss your pickup and delivery options in King of Prussia with a live auto transport expert, though, as they will be able to tell you exactly what you can expect when shipping to or from the area.
If you’re interested in shipping a vehicle to or from King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, make sure to take a minute to fill out our free online auto transport quote request form. When you do, you’ll get a free quote to ship your vehicle right away. You can also contact us toll-free at 800-930-7417 to speak to one of our own agents. They can answer questions, give advice, and give you a free quote right over the phone.
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