Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
47.6 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
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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Parkside, PA
Flo Zimmermann
The drive from Allentown, PA to Parkside, PA covers 47.6 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA-33, Lehigh Valley Thruway, PA 715 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.2 miles on PA-33. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 47.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 8m highway drive covering 47.6 miles, with most of the trip on PA-33 and Lehigh Valley Thruway. The longest continuous stretch is about 21.2 miles on PA-33.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA-33 and Lehigh Valley Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.6 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles (PA 33 / PA-33): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp toward US 22 East: Bethlehem
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto PA 33 / PA-33
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33 toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Allentown, PA to Parkside, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Hazleton along the way.
Hazleton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA-33 | 21.2 mi | 26m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| PA 715 | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Keystone Shortway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| PA 33 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Tilghman Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Airport Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Union Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Parkside, PA.
Start on Tilghman Street
Continue on Union Boulevard
Turn left onto Airport Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 22
Take the exit
Merge onto PA 33
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33
Take the exit
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 715
Continue on PA 715
At end of road, turn right onto PA 611; PA 715
Turn left onto PA 715
Turn left onto PA 191
Turn right onto Browns Hill Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.8 mi from Allentown, PA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Allentown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Parkside, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.89 one way
$15.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.64 | $17.29 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.51 | $21.02 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Night in Allentown on Thursday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Parkside on Thursday
Local time
9:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
59°F
Belfast, PA
24 mi in
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.
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