Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
122.7 mi
197 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shiloh, PA
BOB Bhizzle
Harrisburg to Shiloh is 122.7 miles and takes about 2h 44m via North Cameron Street and US 22, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. It's a single-day excursion that offers a straightforward drive, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway. You'll find the journey manageable, with a practical fuel cost that keeps budgeting simple. Consider this route if you're looking for an uncomplicated drive between two points in the same state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.3 miles from Harrisburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Cameron Street | 53.1 mi | 1h 5m |
| US 22 | 24.5 mi | 32m |
| Mount Nittany Expressway | 17.5 mi | 21m |
| Port Matilda Highway | 10.1 mi | 14m |
| Philipsburg Bigler Highway | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| Shiloh Road | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| Boal Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Railroad Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisburg, PA and Shiloh, PA.
Start on North 7th Street
Enter roundabout onto North 7th Street
Continue on North 7th Street
Turn right onto Maclay Street
Turn left onto US 22
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22; US 322
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
Continue on US 322; PA 144 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
Continue on US 322
Continue on US 322
Turn right onto US 322; PA 53
Continue on US 322; PA 53
Continue on US 322
Turn right onto T355
Continue on Shiloh Road
Turn slight left onto Thompson Road
At end of road, turn right onto T626
Continue on Shiloh Road
Arrive at destination
For this 122.7-mile trip, leaving Harrisburg in the morning should give you ample time to reach Shiloh before evening. With a total duration of just under 3 hours, there's no need to split the drive, offering flexibility in your departure time. The fuel cost is estimated at $20, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you leave, especially before heading onto the longer 53.1-mile stretch. While only one stop is indicated, keep an eye out for convenient service areas along US 22 or the Mount Nittany Expressway if you need a break or to refuel.
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.
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 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.3 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shiloh, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Harrisburg, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Harrisburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 122.7 miles and 2h 44m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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.
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 61.3 miles from Harrisburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 121.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Enter roundabout onto North 7th Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto US 22 / North Cameron Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 22; US 322 toward US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, State College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 / 28th Division Highway toward US 322 West: Philipsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
At end of road, turn right onto T626 / Shiloh Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$20.34 one way
$40.68 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $22.28 | $44.56 |
| premium | $4.93 | $23.80 | $47.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.09 | $54.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.88 | $5.89 |
| Efficient EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.18 | $7.85 |
Gas CO2
43 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Harrisburg on Sunday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Shiloh on Sunday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
66°F
Burnham, PA
61 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive presents a mixed experience, with 34% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on North Cameron Street, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 53.1 miles. The route incorporates parts of US 22 and the Mount Nittany Expressway, suggesting a blend of faster-paced highway travel and potentially more local road navigation. The character of the drive likely shifts, moving from urban or suburban access roads to more open highway conditions and then back again. Expect varied driving conditions throughout the 2h 44m trip.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 7th Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 122.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 7th Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1 miles (US 22 / North Cameron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles (US 22; US 322): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Harrisburg, PA to Shiloh, PA, road signs begin pointing toward State College along the way.
State College
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 122.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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