How far is Progress, PA from Harrisburg, PA?
Fastest route
The distance between Progress, Pennsylvania, and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is approximately 3.6 miles (5.8 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via Herr St. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
Directions
- Start by heading south on Wood St toward Kramer St.
- Follow Schoolhouse Ln and turn right onto Walnut St.
- Take a right onto S 31st St and continue towards Harrisburg.
- At the first cross street, turn left onto Walnut St.
- Then, make a right onto US-22 W/Herr St.
- Stay on Herr St by continuing straight.
- Proceed on N 7th St until you reach N 6th St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Tip: Check for real-time traffic updates before starting your journey.
- 🛣️ Tip: Follow the road signs to ensure you're on the correct route.
- ⛽ Tip: If needed, refuel your vehicle before embarking on the trip.
- 🕒 Tip: Consider the estimated travel time of 11 minutes for better planning.
- 🚧 Tip: Be aware of any ongoing road construction or detours that may affect your route.
- 📍 Tip: Familiarize yourself with the landmarks and key points along the way.
- 📱 Tip: Use a reliable navigation app or GPS device to navigate through the route.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 09m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough in western Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Progress and Harrisburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Progress and Harrisburg.
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Start on Wood Street
2634 ft · 1 min · Wood Street
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Turn straight onto Union Deposit Road
1662 ft · 42 sec · Union Deposit Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Canby Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Canby Street
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Turn left onto Herr Street
2157 ft · 54 sec · Herr Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Herr Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Herr Street
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Turn right onto North 7th Street
1377 ft · 47 sec · North 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Progress and Harrisburg.
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.
Herr Street
Keep slight left to continue on Herr Street
1.13 mi · 00h 02m
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 Progress and Sunny near Harrisburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Progress to Harrisburg?
The road trip is about 3.4 miles (5.5 km) and usually takes 00h 09m 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?
Penbrook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.7 miles from Progress and 1.7 miles from Harrisburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.9 miles (4.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 8:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.49 one way or $0.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Progress and Sunny near Harrisburg.
Stop Ideas Near Penbrook
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 Penbrook.
Harrisburg Transportation Center
Middletown
Elizabethtown station
Mount Joy
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Progress and Harrisburg. Straight-line distance: 2.91 mi (4.68 km).
#1 Progress
Census designated place
| Population | 9,765 |
| Coordinates | 40.2850900, -76.8313600 |
| Altitude | 151 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harrisburg
The capital of Pennsylvania.
| Population | 49,322 |
| Coordinates | 40.2737000, -76.8844200 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 7th Street (-76.884584, 40.273641)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $0.49 | $0.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $0.55 | $1.10 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $0.59 | $1.19 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $0.72 | $1.44 |
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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