The drive from Chambersburg, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 88.2 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 81, PA 283, American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43 miles on I 81.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.1 miles from Chambersburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 88.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 54m highway drive covering 88.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 81 and PA 283. The longest continuous stretch is about 43 miles on I 81.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 43 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and PA 283. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 81.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.2 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.6 miles (I 83): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.9 mi into trip|~4m in|I 81
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
44.9 mi into trip|~56m in
Take the exit toward PA 581 East: Camp Hill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 59
Toward PA 581 East: Camp Hill
5
52.6 mi into trip|~1h 7m in|I 83
Merge onto I 83
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
57 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46A
Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Ai...
8
59.9 mi into trip|~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward PA 283 East: Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward PA 283 East: Harrisburg International Ai...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chambersburg, PA and Hempfield, PA, road signs point toward Hershey, Lancaster and Salunga.
Hershey
52.3 mi in|~1h 6m|via PA 581
Lancaster
57 mi in|~1h 13m
Salunga
82.3 mi in|~1h 43m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
43 mi
51m
PA 283
22.2 mi
25m
American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway
7.1 mi
9m
I 83
4.4 mi
6m
Prospect Road
2.5 mi
4m
I 283
2.5 mi
3m
Marietta Avenue
1.4 mi
2m
Lincoln Way East
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 43 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chambersburg, PA and Hempfield, PA.
1
Start on US 11
0.1 mi·28 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 30
0.6 mi·1 min·East Queen Street
3
Merge onto US 30
1.0 mi·2 min·Lincoln Way East
4
Turn left
0.2 mi·26 sec
5
Merge onto I 81
43 mi·51 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 59Toward PA 581 East: Camp HillUse the slight right lane.
7
Continue on PA 581
6.9 mi·9 min·American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on PA 581
0.3 mi·21 sec·American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway
Exit 6AToward I 83 North: Harrisburg, Hershey
9
Merge onto I 83
4.4 mi·6 min·I 83
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 46AToward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport, LancasterUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 283
2.5 mi·3 min·I 283
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 1AToward PA 283 East: Harrisburg International Airport, LancasterUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto PA 283
22 mi·25 min·PA 283
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Toward Salunga
15
Turn right onto Spooky Nook Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Spooky Nook Road
16
Continue on Prospect Road
2.5 mi·4 min·Prospect Road
17
Turn left onto PA 23
1.4 mi·2 min·Marietta Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Summit Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Summit Drive
19
Continue on Summit Drive
0.4 mi·55 sec·Summit Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Summit Drive
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.1 miles from Chambersburg, PA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hempfield, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chambersburg, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chambersburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 88.2 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Chambersburg, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 43 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.1 mi from Chambersburg, PA
· 55m into the drive
The midpoint is around 43.8 miles from Chambersburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hempfield, PA
The final approach into Hempfield, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.62 one way
$29.24 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$16.01
$32.03
premium
$4.93
$17.11
$34.21
diesel
$5.61
$19.47
$38.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.5
0
$9.26
$4.23
Efficient EV
22.1
0
$7.72
$3.53
EV Truck/SUV
35.3
0
$12.35
$5.64
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Chambersburg, PA
Night
in Chambersburg on Friday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hempfield, PA
Night
in Hempfield on Friday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 54m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chambersburg, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 88.2 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, PA 283, American Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.1 miles from Chambersburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.62 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.2 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 81): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.6 miles (I 83): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Chambersburg, PA and Hempfield, PA, road signs point toward Hershey, Lancaster and Salunga.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
