Origin
Centerville, PA
Morning in Centerville on Sunday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Centerville, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
118.7 mi
191 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centerville, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Centerville, PA to Harrisburg, PA is 118.7 miles and takes about 2h 22m via Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 15, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route primarily stays within Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward drive from one Northeast region to another. Expect an 81% highway experience, making it a quick and efficient journey for those looking to get from point A to point B without much fuss. With a recommended one-day trip duration, this drive is ideal for a short excursion or a necessary commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.3 miles from Centerville, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 90.9 mi | 1h 39m |
| Bedford Valley Road | 17.7 mi | 22m |
| US 15 | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Taylor Bridge Bypass | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| M. Harvey Taylor Bridge | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Forster Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Business 220 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 90.9 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerville, PA and Harrisburg, PA.
1
Start on Nave Road
440 ft
·
23 sec
·
Nave Road
2
Turn left onto US 220
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Bedford Valley Road
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 70, PATP, I 76: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
4
Keep slight right at fork
284 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 220 Business South: Bedford
5
Turn slight right onto US 220 BUS
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Business 220
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
8
Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP
91 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 236
Toward US 15: Gettysburg Pike, Gettysburg, Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 15 North: Harrisburg
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 15 North: Harrisburg
Use the straight lane.
12
Merge onto US 15
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
US 15
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 11; US 15
205 ft
·
3 sec
·
Taylor Bridge Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Taylor Bridge Bypass
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Taylor Bridge Bypass
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on M. Harvey Taylor Bridge
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
M. Harvey Taylor Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on Forster Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Forster Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto North 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
18
Arrive at destination
North 7th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 22m estimated drive time and 118.7-mile distance, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so aim for a morning departure to maximize your time upon arrival. The fuel cost is estimated at $20, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before you leave Centerville, especially considering the longest stretch of 90.9 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike where services might be more spaced out. While there are no specific stops recommended, keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Harrisburg, as it's always wise to top off before entering a potentially busy urban area.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 59.3 miles from Centerville, PA, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.3 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harrisburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Centerville, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Centerville, PA
This is one driving day of about 118.7 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Centerville, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 90.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.3 miles from Centerville, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 17.7 and 115.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
17.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 70, PATP, I 76: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70, PATP, I 76: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
6
18.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
8
110 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Gettysburg Pike, Gettysburg, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 236
Toward US 15: Gettysburg Pike, Gettysburg, Harr...
8
110.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 15 North: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 15 North: Harrisburg
6
115.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
|
Taylor Bridge Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto Taylor Bridge Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.68 one way
$39.36 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $21.55 | $43.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $23.02 | $46.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.21 | $52.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.82
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(90.9 mi)
$11.82
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.46 | $5.70 |
| Efficient EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.39 | $4.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.62 | $7.60 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Harrisburg, PA
Morning in Harrisburg on Sunday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 98.2
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial
National Memorial
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 8.2
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 118.7
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
National Memorial
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 16.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 81% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience a significant portion of the drive on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, including a long stretch of 90.9 miles without interruption. The inclusion of Bedford Valley Road and US 15 suggests a shift from the turnpike's high-speed travel to more conventional highway driving as you near your destination. Overall, expect a relatively smooth and fast-paced experience behind the wheel.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.9 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Bedford Valley Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 118.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Centerville, PA and Harrisburg, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Patp: Pittsburgh and Gettysburg.
Patp
17.7 mi in
|
~22m
Patp: Pittsburgh
18.5 mi in
|
~24m
Gettysburg
110 mi in
|
~2h 5m
About the Cities
Arriving in Harrisburg, PA
Full guide →Harrisburg is the capital and 4th-largest metropolitan area of Pennsylvania, with a metro population of 592,000 people in 2020. Harrisburg is known as the host city of the Pennsylvania Farm Show, the largest free indoor agriculture exposition in the United States, the largest annual outdoor sports show in North America, an auto show, which features a large static display of new and classic cars, and Motorama, a two-day event consisting of a car show, motocross racing, and remote control car racing.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 118.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.9 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.82 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Harrisburg, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Flight 93 National Memorial and Appalachian National Scenic Trail (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Harrisburg, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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