Origin
Harrisburg, PA
Late night in Harrisburg on Monday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harrisburg, PA to Lawrence Park, PA
Drive Time
5h 55m
Distance
299 mi
481 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 42m
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6 AM
5h 55m
8 AM
6h 21m
10 AM
6h 4m
12 PM
6h 2m
3 PM
6h 6m
5 PM
6h 20m
8 PM
5h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrence Park, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Harrisburg, PA to Lawrence Park, PA covers 299 miles and takes about 5h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Keystone Shortway, I 79, North Cameron Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 102.7 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.48 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
149.5 miles from Harrisburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Harrisburg, PA to Lawrence Park, PA covers 299 miles and takes about 5h 55m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 102.7 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 around 54 miles in near US 22; US 322.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 299 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 54 miles (US 22; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.7 miles (US 322 / 28th Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 292.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
54 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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US 22; US 322
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22; US 322 toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, St...
6
98.7 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
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US 322 / 28th Division Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 / 28th Division Highway toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 62
Toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
6
292.3 mi into trip
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~5h 40m in
Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
7
297.6 mi into trip
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~5h 52m in
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PA 5 / Franklin Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto PA 5 / Franklin Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
298.1 mi into trip
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~5h 53m in
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PA 5 / East Lake Road
Turn right onto PA 5 / East Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Harrisburg, PA to Lawrence Park, PA, road signs begin pointing toward State College along the way.
State College
54 mi in
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~1h 8m
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via US 22; US 322
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 102.7 mi | 1h 50m |
| I 79 | 65.8 mi | 1h 10m |
| North Cameron Street | 53.1 mi | 1h 5m |
| US 22 | 24.5 mi | 32m |
| Mount Nittany Expressway | 17.5 mi | 21m |
| Port Matilda Highway | 10.1 mi | 14m |
| Philipsburg Bigler Highway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| West 12th Street | 5.1 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 102.7 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg, PA and Lawrence Park, PA.
1
Start on North 7th Street
89 ft
·
3 sec
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North 7th Street
2
Enter roundabout onto North 7th Street
81 ft
·
2 sec
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North 7th Street
3
Continue on North 7th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
4
Turn right onto Maclay Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Maclay Street
5
Turn left onto US 22
53 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
North Cameron Street
Use the left lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22; US 322
24 mi
·
32 min
·
US 22; US 322
Toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, State College
7
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Boal Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Mount Nittany Expressway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
28th Division Highway
Exit 62
Toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
10
Continue on US 322
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Port Matilda Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 322
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Railroad Street
12
Turn right onto US 322; PA 53
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
North Centre Street
13
Continue on US 322; PA 53
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Front Street
14
Continue on US 322
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Philipsburg Bigler Highway
15
Continue on US 322
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodland Bigler Highway
16
Turn right onto PA 970
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Shawville Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
18
Merge onto I 80
103 mi
·
1 hr 50 min
·
Keystone Shortway
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 79 North: Erie
20
Merge onto I 79
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 79
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
22
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
5.1 mi
·
10 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
At end of road, turn left onto PA 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto PA 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lake Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto Lawrence Parkway
341 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lawrence Parkway
26
Arrive at destination
Lawrence Parkway
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 149.5 miles from Harrisburg, PA, or about 3h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.7 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.5 miles or 3h 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 4h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence Park, 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 299 miles and 5h 55m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 102.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 149.5 mi from Harrisburg, PA · 3h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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 149.5 miles from Harrisburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.7 miles.
Arriving in Lawrence Park, PA
The final approach into Lawrence Park, 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 Lawrence Park, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.48 one way
$98.95 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $54.14 | $108.28 |
| premium | $4.92 | $57.94 | $115.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $66.43 | $132.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 89.7 | 1 | $31.40 | $14.35 |
| Efficient EV | 74.8 | 0 | $26.16 | $11.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 119.6 | 1 | $41.86 | $19.14 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Lawrence Park, PA
Late night in Lawrence Park on Monday
Local time
5:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
13 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
5h 55m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Lawrence Park, PA covers 299 miles and takes about 5h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, I 79, North Cameron Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 149.5 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 $49.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 299 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 54 miles (US 22; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.7 miles (US 322 / 28th Division Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 292.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Harrisburg, PA to Lawrence Park, PA, road signs begin pointing toward State College along the way.
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