Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
36.8 mi
59 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Hometown, PA
Haneul Trac
Allentown to Hometown is 36.8 miles and takes about 56 minutes via PA 309, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This northeastern Pennsylvania journey is a straightforward, highway-focused drive. Given its short distance and manageable duration, it's perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You'll mostly be on well-maintained state roads, making it a practical option for a quick trip between these two PA locations. Consider this route for its efficiency and ease of navigation.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 36.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 19.2 miles on PA 309, offering a consistent pace. The route primarily follows major state routes like PA 309 and PA 100, interspersed with sections on local roads like Tilghman Street. Expect a relatively smooth driving experience, characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. The road conditions should remain consistent for the majority of this short trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 309 and PA 100. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Tilghman Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tilghman Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (PA 100): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (PA 309): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Depart onto Tilghman Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto PA 100
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto PA 309
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto PA 54 / Lafayette Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 309 | 19.2 mi | 27m |
| PA 100 | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| Tilghman Street | 7.5 mi | 12m |
| Pine Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Lafayette Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Hometown, PA.
Start on Tilghman Street
Turn right onto PA 100
At end of road, turn left onto PA 309
Turn left onto PA 309
Turn right onto PA 54
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.4 mi from Allentown, PA · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.4 miles from Allentown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hometown, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.10 one way
$12.20 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.14 | $14.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.12 | $16.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Late night in Allentown on Saturday
Local time
1:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Hometown on Saturday
Local time
1:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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