How far is Harrisburg, PA from Allentown, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Harrisburg and Allentown is 76.88 miles (123.72 km).
Flight distance from Harrisburg, PA to Allentown, PA is 76.88 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Harrisburg to Allentown with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Allentown, Pennsylvania is: 81.16 miles (130.61 km) by car.
Driving from Harrisburg to Allentown will take approximately 01 hours 22 minutes.
#1 Harrisburg
The capital of Pennsylvania. It is located on the Susquehanna River in the central part of the state. Harrisburg is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the State Capitol Building and the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra.
| Population | 49322 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°16'25"N 76°53'4"W |
| Latitude | 40.2737000 |
| Longitude | -76.8844200 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Allentown
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania. It is located on the Lehigh River in eastern Pennsylvania. Allentown is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Allentown Art Museum and the Allentown Children's Museum.
| Population | 121470 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°36'30"N 75°29'25"W |
| Latitude | 40.6084300 |
| Longitude | -75.4901800 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Allentown: Tilghman Street (-75.490007,40.608068)
Estimated Travel Time Between Harrisburg and Allentown
The distance between Harrisburg and Allentown is 131 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 27 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Harrisburg and Allentown. The current time is 06:24:16.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 42 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.84 liters (2.86 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Harrisburg and Allentown.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Harrisburg to Allentown is $10.64 (diesel $13.65).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $10.64 | $11.81 | $12.72 | $13.65 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Pennsylvania ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.717 (Diesel $4.767) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Harrisburg and Allentown (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
