Origin
Bath, PA
Night in Bath on Sunday
Local time
9:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bath, PA to Allentown, PA
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.9 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bath, PA
Yan Krukau
Allentown, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Bath and Allentown, this 10.9-mile jaunt is an efficient way to traverse the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. Clocking in at approximately 18 minutes of drive time, the trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will navigate primarily via Airport Road, Tilghman Street, and Nor-Bath Boulevard, making it a straightforward hop between these two neighboring communities. With a fuel cost of only $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute that requires no overnight stops or complex logistical planning. Whether you are heading out for professional obligations or local errands, this route provides a seamless transition across the local landscape.
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
5.5 miles from Bath, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than zoning out on a monotonous interstate. Because this route involves zero highway driving, you will spend the entire 10.9-mile journey navigating through local corridors. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 6-mile segment on Airport Road, which offers the most consistent flow before you transition onto the town streets. The character of the drive is defined by these technical turns, requiring your full attention as you move from the outskirts of Bath into the heart of Allentown. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that favors steady navigation over high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airport Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near PA 248; PA 987 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 18m 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 (PA 248; PA 987 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (PA 329; PA 987 / Race Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (PA 987 / Airport Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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PA 248; PA 987 / West Main Street
Turn left onto PA 248; PA 987 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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PA 329; PA 987 / Race Street
Turn left onto PA 329; PA 987 / Race Street
Navigation decision point
6
2.2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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PA 987 / Airport Road
Turn left onto PA 987 / Airport Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
3
8.2 mi into trip
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~13m in
|
Union Boulevard
Turn right onto Union Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Road | 6 mi | 10m |
| Tilghman Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Nor-Bath Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Union Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Race Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Airport Road
— 6 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bath, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on Union Street
47 ft
·
7 sec
·
Union Street
2
Turn left onto PA 248; PA 987
275 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn left onto PA 329; PA 987
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Race Street
4
Continue on PA 329; PA 987
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Nor-Bath Boulevard
5
Turn left onto PA 987
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Airport Road
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right onto Union Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Boulevard
7
Continue on Tilghman Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Tilghman Street
Use the none lane.
8
Arrive at destination
Tilghman Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 18-minute drive, you have total flexibility in your departure time without needing to worry about complex pacing or rest stops. You won't need to budget for extra fuel beyond the estimated $2, as the distance is short enough to minimize consumption. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like Tilghman Street and Nor-Bath Boulevard, stay alert for frequent turns and intersection changes that could impact your travel time during peak traffic hours. Use this brief window to verify your destination address in Allentown before you leave, as the turn-heavy nature of the trip makes mid-drive navigation adjustments less convenient.
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 5.5 miles from Bath, PA, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6 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 10.9 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.5 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Allentown, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bath, 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 Bath, PA
This is one driving day of about 10.9 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bath, 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 Airport Road for about 6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.5 mi from Bath, PA · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.5 miles from Bath, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Allentown, PA
The final approach into Allentown, 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 Allentown, 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
$1.80 one way
$3.61 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.97 | $3.95 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.11 | $4.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Allentown, PA
Night in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
9:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
18m 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 Bath, PA to Allentown, PA covers 10.9 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airport Road, Tilghman Street, Nor-Bath Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.5 miles from Bath, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.80 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.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (PA 248; PA 987 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (PA 329; PA 987 / Race Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (PA 987 / Airport Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bath, PA to Allentown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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