Origin
Allentown, PA
Morning in Allentown on Thursday
Local time
11:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allentown, PA to Cambridge Springs, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 29m
Distance
339.1 mi
546 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 17m
★
6 AM
6h 30m
8 AM
6h 54m
10 AM
6h 38m
12 PM
6h 36m
3 PM
6h 40m
5 PM
6h 53m
8 PM
6h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allentown, PA
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Cambridge Springs, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Allentown, PA to Cambridge Springs, PA covers 339.1 miles and takes about 6h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 22 West, Lehigh Valley Thruway, William Penn Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $56.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
169.5 miles from Allentown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 29m. Total distance: 339.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 29m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 29m drive with frequent turns across 339.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 22 West is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 29m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Allentown, PA to Cambridge Springs, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 22 West | — | — |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | — | — |
| William Penn Highway | — | — |
| PA 61 North | — | — |
| Pottsville Pike | — | — |
| Centre Turnpike | — | — |
| Route 61 South | — | — |
| Pottsville Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 22 West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Cambridge Springs, PA.
1
Start on Tilghman Street
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Tilghman Street
2
Take the ramp slight left toward US 22 West: Harrisburg
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 22 West: Harrisburg
3
Merge slight left onto Lehigh Valley Thruway
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
4
Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
22 mi
·
26 min
·
William Penn Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
PA 61 North: Pottsville
6
Keep slight right to continue on PA 61 North: Pottsville
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
PA 61 North: Pottsville
7
Merge slight left onto Pottsville Pike
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Pottsville Pike
8
Continue on Centre Turnpike
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Centre Turnpike
9
Continue on Route 61 South
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 61 South
10
Continue on Pottsville Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pottsville Boulevard
11
Continue on South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
12
Turn left onto Mauch Chunk Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Mauch Chunk Street
13
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Centre Street
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Centre Street
14
Turn left onto West Market Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Market Street
15
Continue on Pottsville Minersville Highway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Minersville Highway
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Sunbury Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Sunbury Street
17
Continue on Sunbury Road
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Sunbury Road
18
Continue on Fairgrounds Road
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
19
Continue on Locust Gap Highway
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
20
Continue on Locust Gap Highway
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Locust Gap Highway
21
Continue on South Market Street
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
South Market Street
22
Turn right onto Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
23
Continue on Factory Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Factory Street
24
Continue on Continental Boulevard
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Continental Boulevard
25
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
26
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
204 mi
·
3 hr 39 min
·
Keystone Shortway
27
Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North: Erie
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 79 North: Erie
28
Merge slight right
37 mi
·
39 min
29
Take the exit slight right toward PA 198: Saegertown, Conneautville
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
PA 198: Saegertown, Conneautville
30
Turn right onto PA-198
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
PA-198
31
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Route 6/Route 19
249 ft
·
4 sec
·
Route 6/Route 19
32
Exit the roundabout onto Route 6/Route 19
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 6/Route 19
33
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
34
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Army
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Grand Army of the Republic Army
35
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
36
Continue on Church Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
37
Turn right onto Cussewago Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Cussewago Street
38
Continue on River Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
River Street
39
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
40
Continue on Venango Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Venango Avenue
41
Turn right onto Church Street
276 ft
·
10 sec
·
Church Street
42
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.5 miles from Allentown, PA, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
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 75 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.5 miles or 3h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cambridge Springs, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Allentown, 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 Allentown, PA
This is one driving day of about 339.1 miles and 6h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Allentown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 169.5 mi from Allentown, PA · 3h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
170 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 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 169.5 miles from Allentown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cambridge Springs, PA
The final approach into Cambridge Springs, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cambridge Springs, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.22 one way
$112.44 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
119 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $61.57 | $123.14 |
| premium | $4.93 | $65.76 | $131.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.87 | $149.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.7 | 1 | $35.61 | $16.28 |
| Efficient EV | 84.8 | 0 | $29.67 | $13.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135.6 | 1 | $47.47 | $21.70 |
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Cambridge Springs, PA
Morning in Cambridge Springs on Thursday
Local time
11:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
19 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
6h 29m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Allentown, PA to Cambridge Springs, PA covers 339.1 miles and takes about 6h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 22 West, Lehigh Valley Thruway, William Penn Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 169.5 miles from Allentown, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 29m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Allentown, PA to Cambridge Springs, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Allentown, PA to Cambridge Springs, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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