Eldersburg to Hershey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Eldersburg from Hershey?

The distance from Eldersburg to Hershey is 63 miles (101.4 km) as the crow flies. Hershey is located NNE of Eldersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 78.8 miles, taking about 1h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States — Eldersburg in Maryland and Hershey in Pennsylvania.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Eldersburg and Hershey. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.