Origin
Allentown, PA
Afternoon in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allentown, PA to Limerick, PA
Drive Time
57m
Distance
32.6 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allentown, PA
Michael Taccetta
Limerick, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Allentown, PA to Limerick, PA covers 32.6 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chestnut Street, Swamp Pike, Route 100 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.9 miles on Chestnut Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.39 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
16.3 miles from Allentown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 57m drive with frequent turns across 32.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chestnut Street is the longest continuous segment at about 10.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 23.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Allentown, PA to Limerick, PA is easy. At 57m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.6 miles (PA 73 / East Philadelphia Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (East Arcadia Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
23.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward PA 73: Boyertown, Gilbertsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 73: Boyertown, Gilbertsville
4
23.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
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PA 73 / East Philadelphia Avenue
Turn left onto PA 73 / East Philadelphia Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
32.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
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East Arcadia Drive
Enter roundabout onto East Arcadia Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
32.4 mi into trip
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~56m in
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West Ridge Pike
Turn left onto West Ridge Pike
Navigation decision point
5
32.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
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South Limerick Road
Turn right onto South Limerick Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Allentown, PA to Limerick, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Gilbertsville along the way.
Gilbertsville
23.5 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Street | 10.9 mi | 18m |
| Swamp Pike | 7.3 mi | 14m |
| Route 100 | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| North Cedar Crest Boulevard | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Tilghman Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Philadelphia Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Arcadia Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Ridge Pike | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chestnut Street
— 10.9 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Limerick, PA.
1
Start on Tilghman Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Tilghman Street
2
Turn left onto North Cedar Crest Boulevard
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
North Cedar Crest Boulevard
3
Turn right onto PA 29
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Chestnut Street
4
Continue on PA 100
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Route 100
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward PA 73: Boyertown, Gilbertsville
6
Turn left onto PA 73
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Philadelphia Avenue
7
Continue on Swamp Pike
7.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Swamp Pike
8
Enter roundabout onto East Arcadia Drive
211 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Arcadia Drive
9
Continue on East Arcadia Drive
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Arcadia Drive
10
Turn left onto West Ridge Pike
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Ridge Pike
11
Turn right onto South Limerick Road
34 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Limerick Road
12
Arrive at destination
South Limerick Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 16.3 miles from Allentown, PA, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 miles.
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 32.6 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.3 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Limerick, 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 32.6 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Allentown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Chestnut Street for about 10.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.3 mi from Allentown, PA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Allentown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Limerick, PA
The final approach into Limerick, 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 Limerick, 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
$5.39 one way
$10.79 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.90 | $11.81 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.32 | $12.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.24 | $14.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Limerick, PA
Afternoon in Limerick on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
2 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
57m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Limerick, PA covers 32.6 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chestnut Street, Swamp Pike, Route 100. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.3 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 $5.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Allentown, PA to Limerick, PA is easy. At 57m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.6 miles (PA 73 / East Philadelphia Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (East Arcadia Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Allentown, PA to Limerick, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Gilbertsville along the way.
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