Origin
Harrisburg, PA
Afternoon in Harrisburg on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harrisburg, PA to Fairview, PA
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
100 mi
161 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
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6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Harrisburg to Fairview, expect a straightforward 100-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes. Because this route stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you won't experience major climate or landscape shifts, but you will trade the capital city for the local charm of Fairview. Since the total travel time is quite manageable, this drive works perfectly as a simple day trip, allowing you to head out and return without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to cover the distance. It is a practical, no-fuss option for travelers who prefer a direct path over a long-haul interstate haul.
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
50 miles from Harrisburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on local roads like North 7th Street, Fisher Plaza, and State Street to get you to your destination. With 0% of the drive on major highways, you will navigate the road continuously rather than settling into a cruise-control rhythm. There is no long, uninterrupted stretch of highway here, as the longest segment on North 7th Street effectively sets the tone for a trip defined by local navigation. Expect a hands-on driving experience where your focus remains on the immediate path ahead.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 7th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Harrisburg, PA to Fairview, PA is easy. At 2h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Harrisburg, PA to Fairview, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fisher Plaza | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 13th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 283 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 100 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg, PA and Fairview, PA.
1
Start on North 7th Street
89 ft
·
3 sec
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North 7th Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North 7th Street
210 ft
·
7 sec
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North 7th Street
3
Exit the roundabout onto North 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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North 7th Street
4
Continue on Fisher Plaza
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Fisher Plaza
5
Keep slight left to continue on State Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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State Street
6
Turn right onto North 13th Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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North 13th Street
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
8
Merge slight left
2.4 mi
·
3 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster
10
Merge slight left
2.7 mi
·
4 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Philadelphia
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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I 76 East: Philadelphia
12
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
64 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike
13
Take the exit slight right toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
14
Keep slight left to continue on PA 100 South: Downingtown
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
PA 100 South: Downingtown
15
Merge slight left onto Pottstown Pike
7.1 mi
·
11 min
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Pottstown Pike
16
Merge slight left
1.6 mi
·
2 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward PA 3: Newtown Square
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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PA 3: Newtown Square
18
Turn right onto West Chester Pike
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
West Chester Pike
19
Turn right onto South Chester Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Chester Road
20
Continue on Middletown Road
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Middletown Road
21
Continue on South New Middletown Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South New Middletown Road
22
Continue on Edgmont Avenue
2.0 mi
·
4 min
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Edgmont Avenue
23
Turn left onto East 22nd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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East 22nd Street
24
Turn straight onto MacDade Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
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MacDade Boulevard
25
Continue on Macdade Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Macdade Boulevard
26
Turn right onto Fairview Road
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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Fairview Road
27
Turn right onto Essex Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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Essex Avenue
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 100-mile trip with zero planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on local streets, as turn-heavy routes can feel more demanding when traffic is heavy. Keep your $16 fuel budget in mind before you head out, and ensure your tank is ready for the full duration of the 2-hour and 12-minute drive. Because there are no designated stops on the primary route, plan any necessary breaks in advance to keep your momentum steady. Prioritize checking your route map before departure, as relying on local roads like Fisher Plaza and State Street requires more attention to navigation than a standard highway route.
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 50 miles from Harrisburg, PA, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50 miles or 1h 6m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairview, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 100 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Harrisburg, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50 mi from Harrisburg, PA · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50 miles from Harrisburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairview, PA
The final approach into Fairview, 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 Fairview, 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
$16.55 one way
$33.09 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.11 | $36.21 |
| premium | $4.92 | $19.38 | $38.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.22 | $44.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30 | 0 | $10.50 | $4.80 |
| Efficient EV | 25 | 0 | $8.75 | $4.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40 | 0 | $14.00 | $6.40 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Fairview, PA
Afternoon in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°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
21 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
2h 12m 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 Harrisburg, PA to Fairview, PA covers 100 miles and takes about 2h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 7th Street, Fisher Plaza, State Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50 miles from Harrisburg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.55 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.
The drive from Harrisburg, PA to Fairview, PA is easy. At 2h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Harrisburg, PA to Fairview, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Harrisburg, PA to Fairview, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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