How far is Middlesex, PA from Enola, PA?
The driving distance from Middlesex, PA to Enola, PA is about 12.9 miles (20.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.3 miles (18.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Borough in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Middlesex and Enola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlesex and Enola.
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Start on Harrisburg Pike
2490 ft · 1 min · Harrisburg Pike
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Take the exit straight toward I 81 North: Harrisburg
1358 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
9 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 944: Wertzville Road
1480 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto Wertzville Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · Wertzville Road
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Turn sharp left onto South Enola Drive
1035 ft · 28 sec · South Enola Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Enola Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Middlesex and Enola.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 81 North
Merge slight left
8.97 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Middlesex and Sunny near Enola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Middlesex to Enola?
The road trip is about 12.9 miles (20.7 km) and usually takes 00h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mechanicsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.4 miles from Middlesex and 6.5 miles from Enola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.3 miles (18.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.84 one way or $3.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Middlesex and Sunny near Enola.
Stop Ideas Near Mechanicsburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mechanicsburg.
Harrisburg Transportation Center
Middletown
Elizabethtown station
Mount Joy
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Middlesex and Enola. Straight-line distance: 11.33 mi (18.24 km).
#1 Middlesex
Township in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 7,582 |
| Coordinates | 40.2345300, -77.1360900 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Enola
Town in Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 6,111 |
| Coordinates | 40.2900900, -76.9338600 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Enola (-76.93386, 40.29009)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $1.84 | $3.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $2.07 | $4.14 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $2.69 | $5.38 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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