How far is Harrisburg, PA from Philadelphia, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Harrisburg and Philadelphia is 93.59 miles (150.62 km).
Flight distance from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA is 93.59 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Harrisburg to Philadelphia with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is: 107.12 miles (172.4 km) by car.
Driving from Harrisburg to Philadelphia will take approximately 01 hours 48 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 Philadelphia
The sixth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Philadelphia metropolitan area. It is located on the Delaware River, in eastern Pennsylvania. Philadelphia is a major center for finance, commerce, and education.
| Population | 1578487 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°57'8"N 75°9'50"W |
| Latitude | 39.9523300 |
| Longitude | -75.1637900 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Philadelphia: South Penn Square (-75.163922,39.951648)
Estimated Travel Time Between Harrisburg and Philadelphia
The distance between Harrisburg and Philadelphia is 172 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 54 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 Philadelphia. The current time is 06:10:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 40 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 47 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.31 liters (3.78 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Harrisburg and Philadelphia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Harrisburg to Philadelphia is $14.05 (diesel $18.02).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $14.05 | $15.59 | $16.79 | $18.02 |
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 Philadelphia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
