Origin
Harford, PA
Afternoon in Harford on Thursday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harford, PA to Great Bend, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
19m
Distance
15.4 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harford, PA
Kai
Great Bend, PA
Nico Becker
Trip Overview
This quick 15.4-mile drive from Harford, PA to Great Bend, PA takes about 19 minutes, making it an ideal option for a very short day trip. You'll primarily be on I-81, with a small portion on State Route 547 and US 11, meaning the vast majority of your journey will be highway-focused. With a fuel cost estimated at just $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly excursion. Since there are no suggested stops and the drive is so brief, you have complete flexibility in planning your departure and return. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 15.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 97% of the drive taking place on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.4 miles on I-81, indicating a consistent, high-speed journey for most of the trip. While the route is largely on interstates, there are brief transitions onto State Route 547 and US 11, offering a slight variation in the driving environment before returning to the main highway. This means you'll mostly be in a fast-paced, efficient travel mode.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 13.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and State Route 547. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547
Turn sharp left onto PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
14.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward PA 171: Great Bend, Susquehanna
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 171: Great Bend, Susquehanna
5
14.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
PA 171 / State Route 171
Turn left onto PA 171 / State Route 171
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
15.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 11
Turn right onto US 11
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| State Route 547 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| US 11 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| State Route 171 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Tingley Lake Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Williams Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 13.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harford, PA and Great Bend, PA.
1
Start on Tingley Lake Road
196 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tingley Lake Road
2
Turn sharp left onto PA 547; PA 2063
511 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Route 547
3
Continue on PA 547
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 547
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
5
Merge onto I 81
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 81
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Toward PA 171: Great Bend, Susquehanna
7
Turn left onto PA 171
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
State Route 171
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto US 11
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 11
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Williams Street
76 ft
·
3 sec
·
Williams Street
10
Arrive at destination
Williams Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.55 one way
$5.11 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.80 | $5.59 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.99 | $5.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.35 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Great Bend, PA
Afternoon in Great Bend on Thursday
Local time
12:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
19m 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 Harford, PA to Great Bend, PA covers 15.4 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, State Route 547, US 11. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.7 miles from Harford, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.55 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 is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Harford, PA to Great Bend, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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