Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 16m
Distance
264.9 mi
426 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
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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Industry, PA
Wolfgang Weiser
Allentown, PA to Industry, PA is 264.9 miles and takes about 5h 16m via Pennsylvania Turnpike, William Penn Highway, and I 81, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically Pennsylvania, making it a straightforward journey. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll find this route is primarily highway-focused, offering a direct path. Consider this if you're looking for an efficient way to travel across the state without significant detours.
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
132.4 miles from Allentown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 151.8 mi | 2h 47m |
| William Penn Highway | 43.1 mi | 51m |
| I 81 | 36.6 mi | 44m |
| 78th Division Highway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| I 70 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Tilghman Street | 5 mi | 8m |
| Mount Pleasant Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Sutersville Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Industry, PA.
Start on Tilghman Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 22
Merge onto I 78; US 22
Continue on I 78; US 22
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 81
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 11
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit onto I 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 31
Continue on PA 136
Turn right onto North Water Street
At end of road, turn left onto Robertson Street
Continue on Sutersville Road
Continue on 2nd Avenue
Turn left onto Locust Street
Continue on 1st Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto 1st Street
Keep slight right at fork onto Blythedale Road
Continue on Blythedale Road
Turn right onto Elway Street
Arrive at destination
Given the 5h 16m duration and 264.9-mile distance, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Aim for an early morning departure from Allentown to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. The longest stretch is over 150 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, keeping the $44 budget in mind. While there's only one recommended stop, you might want to factor in an additional brief break midway to stay refreshed on this highway-focused drive.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 58 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.4 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Industry, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Allentown, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 264.9 miles and 5h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 132.4 miles from Allentown, 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 151.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 56.5 and 247.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork toward I 81 South: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward US 11: New Kingstown, Middlesex
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 11 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 West: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 70 toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$43.92 one way
$87.83 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $48.10 | $96.20 |
| premium | $4.93 | $51.37 | $102.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.49 | $116.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $19.78
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
$44
Tolls
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.5 | 0 | $27.81 | $12.72 |
| Efficient EV | 66.2 | 0 | $23.18 | $10.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 106 | 1 | $37.09 | $16.95 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Afternoon in Allentown on Saturday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Industry on Saturday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
54°F
Hancock, MD
132 mi in
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
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This route is heavily highway-focused, with 74% of the drive utilizing major interstates and turnpikes. You'll experience a significant stretch of 151.8 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which forms the backbone of this journey. Expect a consistent driving pace for most of the 5h 16m duration, punctuated by transitions between the Pennsylvania Turnpike, William Penn Highway, and I 81. The profile suggests a smooth, albeit potentially monotonous, highway experience for much of the 264.9 miles.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and William Penn Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 56.5 miles in.
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 22 significant decision points across 264.9 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 56.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 93.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Allentown, PA and Industry, PA, road signs point toward Middlesex, Patp, Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton and Washington - among others.
Middlesex
Patp
Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg
Wheeling
New Stanton
Washington
Columbus
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 16m. Total distance: 264.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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