Vickey's Soul Grill | Restaurant & Catering
Near the start, right off the route
Penn Hills Township, Pennsylvania
Hours: 11 am–7 pm
+14125965367
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 49m
Distance
292.4 mi
471 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
24 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gregg, PA
Gonzalo Facello
Allentown, PA
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The drive from Gregg, PA to Allentown, PA covers 292.4 miles and takes about 5h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, William Penn Highway, American Legion Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 170.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.48 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
146.2 miles from Gregg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 170.5 mi | 3h 7m |
| William Penn Highway | 42.8 mi | 50m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 22.5 mi | 27m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | 14.5 mi | 20m |
| I 81 | 12.7 mi | 15m |
| 78th Division Highway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| Tilghman Street | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway West | 4.4 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Gregg, PA and Allentown, PA.
Start on Gregg Station Road
At end of road, turn left onto Nike Site Road
Turn right onto Noblestown Road
Continue on West Main Street
Continue on Mansfield Boulevard
Turn right onto Yellow Belt
Turn left onto Yellow Belt
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
Turn left onto Academy Street
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 376; US 22; US 30
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 76; PATP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on US 11
Take the exit
Merge onto I 81
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 81
Continue on I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
Take the exit
Continue on I 78
Continue on I 78; US 22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Tilghman Street
Arrive at destination
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 64 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146.2 miles or 2h 53m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Allentown, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Gregg, 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 Gregg, PA
This is one driving day of about 292.4 miles and 5h 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 146.2 miles from Gregg, 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 170.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
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New Stanton, Pennsylvania
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Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.7 and 286.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork toward I 376 East: Pittsburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East toward I 376 East: Monroeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$48.48 one way
$96.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $53.09 | $106.18 |
| premium | $4.93 | $56.71 | $113.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.56 | $129.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.23
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
$48
Tolls
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$96–$121
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
24 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Sheetz, Inc. Charging Station
New Stanton, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
ChargeSmart EV Charging Station
Adamsburg, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Ionna Charging Station
Bridgeville, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Somerset, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Somerset, Pennsylvania
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.7 | 1 | $30.70 | $14.04 |
| Efficient EV | 73.1 | 0 | $25.58 | $11.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 117 | 1 | $40.94 | $18.71 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Gregg on Saturday
Local time
2:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Allentown on Saturday
Local time
2:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
54°F
Hancock, MD
146 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 is a 5h 49m highway drive covering 292.4 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and William Penn Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 170.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
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 5.7 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 27 significant decision points across 292.4 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 5.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles (I 376; US 22; US 30 / Penn-Lincoln Parkway East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.2 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 Gregg, PA and Allentown, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Ohio, Harrisburg and Marysville.
Patp: Ohio
Harrisburg
Marysville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 49m. Total distance: 292.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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