Origin
Harrisburg, PA
Night in Harrisburg on Sunday
Local time
9:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harrisburg, PA to Lansdowne, PA
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
104.6 mi
168 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 2m
★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lansdowne, PA
Kirandeep Singh Walia
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Harrisburg to Lansdowne, you are looking at a 104.6-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes to complete. This route keeps you entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, making it a straightforward drive that is easily manageable in a single day. With a fuel budget of approximately $17, it is an economical choice for those looking to reach the suburbs of Philadelphia without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary. Because there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to power through or take breaks at your own pace. While this is a practical trip, keep in mind that the focus here is on local transit rather than high-speed highway cruising. It serves as a reliable connection between these two Pennsylvania points for travelers who prefer local roads over major interstates.
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
52.3 miles from Harrisburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on navigating North 7th Street, Fisher Plaza, and State Street, meaning your highway share is effectively zero percent. Because the longest stretch is essentially non-existent on North 7th Street, you will find yourself navigating constant transitions rather than settling into a long cruise. The personality of this drive is defined by its local character, requiring you to stay alert through frequent turns. It is a technical, hands-on experience that moves away from the typical highway grind, offering a different pace for those who prefer navigating city and town streets.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 78.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 104.6 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: at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.2 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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
87.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
I 76
Take the exit onto I 76 toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
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 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
7
92.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 476 South: Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 331A
Toward I 476 South: Chester
8
99.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
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 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Towns Along This Route
Between Harrisburg, PA and Lansdowne, PA, road signs point toward Philadelphia and Broomall.
Philadelphia
87.2 mi in
|
~1h 40m
|
via I 76
Broomall
99.2 mi in
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~1h 58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 78.4 mi | 1h 24m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| I 76 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| I 283 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| West Chester Pike | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Lansdowne Avenue | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| I 83 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North 13th Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg, PA and Lansdowne, 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 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
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 283
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
12
Merge onto I 76; PATP
78 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 76
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
I 76
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 331A
Toward I 476 South: Chester
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 476
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 9
Toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto PA 3
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18
Turn slight right onto Darby Road
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Darby Road
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on Lansdowne Avenue
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Lansdowne Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn left onto East Baltimore Avenue
110 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Baltimore Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Arrive at destination
East Baltimore Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this 2-hour and 11-minute drive is designed as a single-day trip, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility. I recommend checking your fuel levels before departing, as the $17 estimate is based on typical conditions and local road driving can sometimes impact your consumption differently than sustained highway speeds. Because the route is entirely comprised of local roads like State Street, try to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on these smaller thoroughfares. Since there are no designated stops on this 104.6-mile path, be sure to plan your own breaks for rest or refreshments before you hit the road. Staying mindful of the turn-heavy nature of the route will help you maintain a steady pace without feeling rushed by the navigation requirements.
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 52.3 miles from Harrisburg, PA, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 1h 3m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lansdowne, 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 104.6 miles and 2h 11m.
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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.3 mi from Harrisburg, PA · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 52.3 miles from Harrisburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 miles.
Arriving in Lansdowne, PA
The final approach into Lansdowne, 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 Lansdowne, 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
$17.31 one way
$34.62 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.94 | $37.88 |
| premium | $4.92 | $20.27 | $40.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.24 | $46.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.20
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(78.4 mi)
$10.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.15 | $4.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.64 | $6.69 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Lansdowne, PA
Night in Lansdowne on Sunday
Local time
9:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°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
19 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 11m 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 Lansdowne, PA covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Mid-County Expressway, I 76. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.3 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 $17.31 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 16 significant decision points across 104.6 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: at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.2 miles (I 76): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Harrisburg, PA and Lansdowne, PA, road signs point toward Philadelphia and Broomall.
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