Origin
New Hanover, PA
Evening in New Hanover on Sunday
Local time
8:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Hanover, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
86.7 mi
140 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
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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 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Traveling from New Hanover to Harrisburg covers 86.7 miles, typically taking about 1 hour and 40 minutes of driving time. This straightforward journey within Pennsylvania is best suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to complete without an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this route avoids major interstates entirely, it offers a more personal, local travel experience compared to busier regional corridors. Whether you are heading to the state capital for business or a quick getaway, the trip is manageable and direct.
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
43.4 miles from New Hanover, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-road experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, navigating instead via Swamp Pike, North Charlotte Street, and Wilson Street. Because the longest stretch of road is 0 miles on Swamp Pike, you should prepare for a drive that requires constant attention to turns and transitions. This route prioritizes local connectivity, meaning you will stay off the high-speed transit lanes common in the Northeast. It is a technical, hands-on drive that keeps you engaged with the local landscape from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Swamp Pike 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 New Hanover, PA to Harrisburg, PA is easy. At 1h 40m 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 New Hanover, PA to Harrisburg, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Swamp Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Charlotte Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wilson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pottstown Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ridge Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Morgan Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Swamp Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Hanover, PA and Harrisburg, PA.
1
Start on Lutheran Road
85 ft
·
5 sec
·
Lutheran Road
2
Turn right onto Swamp Pike
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Swamp Pike
3
Turn left onto North Charlotte Street
4.2 mi
·
9 min
·
North Charlotte Street
4
Turn right onto Wilson Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Street
5
Turn right onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
State Street
6
Turn left onto Pottstown Pike
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Pottstown Pike
7
Turn right onto Ridge Road
8.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Ridge Road
8
Continue on East Main Street
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
9
Turn right onto Morgan Way
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Morgan Way
10
Turn left onto Quarry Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
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Quarry Road
11
Turn left onto Morgantown Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Morgantown Road
12
Take the ramp left toward I 76, PATP
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 76, PATP
13
Merge slight left onto Morgantown Expressway
325 ft
·
4 sec
·
Morgantown Expressway
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 76 Toll West: Harrisburg
15
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
51 mi
·
54 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
17
Continue straight
2.5 mi
·
3 min
18
Keep slight left to continue on I 83 South: Harrisburg
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 83 South: Harrisburg
19
Take the exit slight right toward 17th Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
17th Street
20
Keep slight right
292 ft
·
7 sec
21
Turn straight onto South 17th Street
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
South 17th Street
22
Turn left onto Derry Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Derry Street
23
Turn right onto South 13th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 13th Street
24
Turn left onto State Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
State Street
25
Continue on Fisher Plaza
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Fisher Plaza
26
Keep slight right to continue on North 7th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. While the drive takes under two hours, the lack of highway segments means you should account for potential traffic lights and local speed limits that can affect your arrival time. You do not need to plan for formal stops given the short duration, but having your $14 in fuel costs handled before you leave is a smart move. Focus on staying alert through the many turns along Swamp Pike to ensure a smooth transition into Harrisburg. Keeping your navigation apps updated is particularly helpful here, as local street navigation requires more frequent decision-making 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 43.4 miles from New Hanover, PA, or about 50m 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.4 miles or 50m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harrisburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Hanover, 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 New Hanover, PA
This is one driving day of about 86.7 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Hanover, 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 43.4 mi from New Hanover, PA · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 43.4 miles from New Hanover, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Harrisburg, PA
The final approach into Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, 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
$14.35 one way
$28.69 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
| premium | $4.92 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.26 | $38.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.14 | $5.55 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Harrisburg, PA
Evening in Harrisburg on Sunday
Local time
8:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
22 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 40m 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 New Hanover, PA to Harrisburg, PA covers 86.7 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Swamp Pike, North Charlotte Street, Wilson Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.4 miles from New Hanover, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.35 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 New Hanover, PA to Harrisburg, PA is easy. At 1h 40m 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 New Hanover, PA to Harrisburg, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Hanover, PA to Harrisburg, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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