Fairmont to Hershey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

193.2 miles 311 km · straight line
241.6 miles estimated 388.8 km · driving distance
4h 52min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Fairmont from Hershey?

The distance from Fairmont to Hershey is 193.2 miles (311 km) as the crow flies. Hershey is located ENE of Fairmont. By car, the driving distance is approximately 241.6 miles, taking about 4h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Fairmont in West Virginia and Hershey in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Fairmont 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.

How to Get from Fairmont to Hershey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 52min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 50min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 37min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fairmont & Hershey

Quick Facts

Fairmont
39.49°N, 80.14°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
Hershey
40.29°N, 76.65°W
America/New_York
128m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 128.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients