How far is Hershey, PA from Harrisburg, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Hershey and Harrisburg is 12.37 miles (19.91 km).
Flight distance from Hershey, PA to Harrisburg, PA is 12.37 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Hershey, Pennsylvania to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is: 14.81 miles (23.84 km) by car.
Driving from Hershey to Harrisburg will take approximately 00 hours 23 minutes.
#1 Hershey
Census designated place
| Population | 14257 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°17'9"N 76°39'1"W |
| Latitude | 40.2859200 |
| Longitude | -76.6502500 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| 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 Hershey and Harrisburg
The distance between Hershey and Harrisburg is 24 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 15 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 Hershey and Harrisburg. The current time is 08:17:00.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.98 liters (0.52 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Hershey and Harrisburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Hershey to Harrisburg is $1.94 (diesel $2.49).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $1.94 | $2.16 | $2.32 | $2.49 |
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 April 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Hershey and Harrisburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
