How far is Lancaster, PA from Harrisburg, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lancaster and Harrisburg is 34.64 miles (55.75 km).
Flight distance from Lancaster, PA to Harrisburg, PA is 34.64 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is: 40.14 miles (64.6 km) by car.
Driving from Lancaster to Harrisburg will take approximately 00 hours 48 minutes.
#1 Lancaster
City in central Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 17106 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°2'16"N 76°18'20"W |
| Latitude | 40.0378800 |
| Longitude | -76.3055100 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Harrisburg: North 7th Street (-76.884584,40.273641)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lancaster and Harrisburg
The distance between Lancaster and Harrisburg is 65 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 43 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 Lancaster and Harrisburg. The current time is 06:25:01.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.36 liters (1.42 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lancaster and Harrisburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lancaster to Harrisburg is $5.27 (diesel $6.75).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $5.27 | $5.84 | $6.29 | $6.75 |
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 Lancaster and Harrisburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
