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 Hopewell, PA
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
68.5 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great 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 32m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Spanning 68.5 miles across Pennsylvania, this journey from Harrisburg to Hopewell is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating through the Northeast, the route relies on a combination of PA 283, Kirkwood Pike, and Beaver Valley Pike. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two points that offers a reliable pace for travelers looking to move efficiently between locations.
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
34.2 miles from Harrisburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving profile that balances speed with local connectivity. You will spend about 55% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 28.9 miles specifically along PA 283. The road transitions from the faster pace of the state highway system into the more measured environment of local pikes. This shift keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind, offering a varied experience behind the wheel. The combination of high-speed sections and smaller thoroughfares creates a steady rhythm that moves you through the Pennsylvania landscape.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA 283 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 7th Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 68.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 7th Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 83): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North 7th Street
Enter roundabout onto North 7th Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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I 83
Merge onto I 83
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m 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
7.9 mi into trip
|
~13m 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 Along This Route
On the drive from Harrisburg, PA to Hopewell, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Lancaster along the way.
Lancaster
4.9 mi in
|
~8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 283 | 28.9 mi | 33m |
| Kirkwood Pike | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| Beaver Valley Pike | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| Lampeter Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| US 30 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| I 283 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| I 83 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| West Lancaster Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
PA 283
— 28.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg, PA and Hopewell, PA.
1
Start on North 7th Street
89 ft
·
3 sec
·
North 7th Street
2
Enter roundabout onto North 7th Street
209 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 7th Street
3
Continue on North 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
4
Continue on Fisher Plaza
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Fisher Plaza
5
Keep slight left at fork onto State Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
6
Turn right onto North 13th Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North 13th Street
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 83
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 83
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 46A
Toward I 283 South: Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 283
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 283
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 1A
Toward PA 283 East: Harrisburg International Airport, Lancaster
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto PA 283
29 mi
·
33 min
·
PA 283
Use the none lane.
13
Merge onto US 30
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 30
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward Greenfield Road
15
Keep slight left at fork
242 ft
·
11 sec
16
Turn left onto Greenfield Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenfield Road
17
Turn right onto PA 340
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Philadelphia Pike
18
Turn slight right onto PA 462
320 ft
·
13 sec
·
Lincoln Highway East
19
Turn left onto Lampeter Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Lampeter Road
20
Continue on Penn Grant Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Penn Grant Road
21
Turn left onto US 222
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Beaver Valley Pike
22
Continue on US 222
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
West 4th Street
23
Turn left onto US 222; PA 372
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Street
24
Turn right onto PA 472
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lime Street
25
Continue on PA 472
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Kirkwood Pike
26
Continue on PA 472
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Lancaster Avenue
27
Turn right onto Roneys Corner Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Roneys Corner Road
28
Turn sharp right onto Hopewell Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hopewell Road
29
Turn left
105 ft
·
7 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 1 hour and 39 minute drive, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 68.5-mile journey in one go without scheduling formal stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before you hit the local pikes is a smart move. Because the route relies on a transition from PA 283 to regional pikes, stay alert for changing speed limits as you exit the highway. Planning your departure to avoid peak commuter hours will ensure the smoothest possible experience on these mixed road types. Enjoy the ease of a trip that gets you to your destination in under two hours without the need for complex logistics.
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 34.2 miles from Harrisburg, PA, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.9 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 68.5 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.2 miles or 44m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopewell, 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 68.5 miles and 1h 39m.
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.
The longest stretch is on PA 283 for about 28.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.2 mi from Harrisburg, PA · 44m 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 68.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.2 miles from Harrisburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hopewell, PA
The final approach into Hopewell, 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 Hopewell, 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
$11.33 one way
$22.67 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.40 | $24.81 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.27 | $26.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.22 | $30.44 |
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: 24 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 | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
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
Hopewell, PA
Afternoon in Hopewell on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 39m 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 Hopewell, PA covers 68.5 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA 283, Kirkwood Pike, Beaver Valley Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.2 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 $11.33 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 demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 68.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 7th Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 83): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Harrisburg, PA to Hopewell, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Lancaster along the way.
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