How far is Mechanicsburg, PA from Harrisburg, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg is 7.73 miles (12.44 km).
Flight distance from Mechanicsburg, PA to Harrisburg, PA is 7.73 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is: 8.59 miles (13.82 km) by car.
Driving from Mechanicsburg to Harrisburg will take approximately 00 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Mechanicsburg
Borough in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, USA
| Population | 8999 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°12'51"N 77°0'31"W |
| Latitude | 40.2142600 |
| Longitude | -77.0085900 |
| Altitude | 132 |
| 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 Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg
The distance between Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg is 14 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 09 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 Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg. The current time is 02:05:28.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 08 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 07 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.15 liters (0.3 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Mechanicsburg to Harrisburg is $1.13 (diesel $1.44).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $1.13 | $1.25 | $1.35 | $1.44 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
