Origin
Wyndmoor, PA
Afternoon in Wyndmoor on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wyndmoor, 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 2m
Distance
103.8 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wyndmoor, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Wyndmoor to Harrisburg is 103.8 miles and takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes via the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 283, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward option for a single-day excursion. Expect a consistent pace for most of the journey, allowing you to reach your destination with time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.9 miles from Wyndmoor, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 90.8 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 283 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Fort Washington Expressway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Cheltenham Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Willow Grove Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South 13th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 90.8 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wyndmoor, PA and Harrisburg, PA.
1
Start on this road
136 ft
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12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Willow Grove Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Willow Grove Avenue
3
Turn left onto Cheltenham Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cheltenham Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto Paper Mill Road
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Paper Mill Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp onto Ramp to PA 309 North
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Ramp to PA 309 North
Toward PA 309 North: Fort Washington
6
Merge onto PA 309
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Fort Washington Expressway
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward PATP, I 276: PA Turnpike, Fort Washington
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward PATP, I 276: Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 276; PATP
91 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 247
Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on I 283
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 283
13
Keep slight left at fork
2.7 mi
·
3 min
Exit 3A
Toward I 83 South: Harrisburg
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 44B
Toward 17th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
293 ft
·
7 sec
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto South 17th Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South 17th Street
17
Turn left onto Derry Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Derry Street
18
Turn right onto South 13th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 13th Street
19
Turn left onto State Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
State Street
20
Continue on Fisher Plaza
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Fisher Plaza
21
Keep slight right at fork onto North 7th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
22
Arrive at destination
North 7th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility for departure times. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the heaviest commuter traffic around Wyndmoor. While there are no mandatory stops suggested, the longest uninterrupted stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike is over 90 miles, so plan for a brief break if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $17 estimated cost suggests a focus on efficient highway driving where fuel stops might be less frequent.
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 51.9 miles from Wyndmoor, PA, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.8 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 23 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.9 miles or 1h 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 36m
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 Wyndmoor, 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 Wyndmoor, PA
This is one driving day of about 103.8 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Wyndmoor, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 90.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.9 miles from Wyndmoor, 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 90.8 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 95.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Paper Mill Road
At end of road, turn right onto Paper Mill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward PATP, I 276: PA Turnpike, Fort Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PATP, I 276: PA Turnpike, Fort Washingto...
8
4.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PATP, I 276: Pennsylvania Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PATP, I 276: Pennsylvania Turnpike
7
4.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
8
95.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
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 247
Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.21 one way
$34.42 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.85 | $37.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.13 | $40.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.92 | $45.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $11.80
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(90.8 mi)
$11.80
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
$17
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.90 | $4.98 |
| Efficient EV | 26 | 0 | $9.08 | $4.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.53 | $6.64 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Afternoon in Harrisburg on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 2m 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.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
1 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 18
Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run
Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup
Independence National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
9 mi from route
~24 min detour
$1
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
National Memorial
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 79.1
View on nps.gov
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 104.3
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 28.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 92% of the drive on expressways. You'll spend the majority of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, including a significant 90.8-mile stretch where you can settle into a steady rhythm. The drive begins with the Fort Washington Expressway before merging onto the turnpike, then transitions to I 283 for the final approach to Harrisburg. It’s designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 283. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near Paper Mill Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 17 significant decision points across 103.8 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 1.7 miles (Paper Mill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Wyndmoor, PA to Harrisburg, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Hershey along the way.
Hershey
95.8 mi in
|
~1h 47m
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 2m. Total distance: 103.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.80 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 1.7 miles (Paper Mill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (6 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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