Origin
Decatur, PA
Evening in Decatur on Sunday
Local time
7:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Decatur, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
67.2 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
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6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Decatur, PA to Harrisburg, PA covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 22, US 522, Alfarata Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.5 miles on US 22. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.12 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.6 miles from Decatur, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 29m highway drive covering 67.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 22 and US 522. The longest continuous stretch is about 56.5 miles on US 22.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
670 ft
332 ft
Total Climb
759 ft
Total Descent
997 ft
Highest Point
670 ft
~22.4 mi in
Elevation Range
337 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 22 and US 522. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Alfarata Road.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Decatur, PA to Harrisburg, PA is easy. At 1h 29m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Alfarata Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (US 522): Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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Alfarata Road
Turn left onto Alfarata Road
Navigation decision point
3
2.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 522
Turn right onto US 522
Navigation decision point
5
10.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward US 322 East: Harrisburg, Mount Union
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 322 East: Harrisburg, Mount Union
5
10.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
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US 22; US 322
Merge onto US 22; US 322
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
66.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
North 7th Street
Turn right onto North 7th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Decatur, PA to Harrisburg, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Union along the way.
Mount Union
10.1 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 22 | 56.5 mi | 1h 11m |
| US 522 | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| Alfarata Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Old Stage Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Herr Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 7th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Shaw Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 22
— 56.5 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur, PA and Harrisburg, PA.
1
Start on Old Stage Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Stage Road
2
Turn left onto Alfarata Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Alfarata Road
3
Turn right onto US 522
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 522
4
Turn right onto Shaw Avenue
359 ft
·
11 sec
·
Shaw Avenue
Toward Harrisburg
5
Take the ramp
187 ft
·
5 sec
Toward US 322 East: Harrisburg, Mount Union
6
Merge onto US 22; US 322
56 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
US 22; US 322
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Herr Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Herr Street
8
Turn right onto North 7th Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
North 7th Street
9
Arrive at destination
North 7th Street
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 33.6 miles from Decatur, PA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.5 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 67.2 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.6 miles or 46m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harrisburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Decatur, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Decatur, PA
This is one driving day of about 67.2 miles and 1h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Decatur, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 22 for about 56.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.6 mi from Decatur, PA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 67.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Decatur, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Harrisburg, PA
The final approach into Harrisburg, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Harrisburg, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.12 one way
$22.24 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.17 | $24.33 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.02 | $26.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.93 | $29.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.41 | $4.30 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Harrisburg, PA
Evening in Harrisburg on Sunday
Local time
7:23 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
8 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 29m 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 Decatur, PA to Harrisburg, PA covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 22, US 522, Alfarata Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.6 miles from Decatur, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.12 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.
The drive from Decatur, PA to Harrisburg, PA is easy. At 1h 29m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Alfarata Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (US 522): Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Decatur, PA to Harrisburg, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Mount Union along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 332 ft to 670 ft elevation with about 759 ft of total climbing.
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