Origin
Hallam, PA
Late night in Hallam on Wednesday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hallam, PA to Allentown, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
82.8 mi
133 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
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6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hallam, PA
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Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Hallam to Allentown, expect an efficient 82.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes. This highway-focused drive is well-suited for a single day, meaning you can easily complete the round trip without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast Pennsylvania locations. Because the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, it is a straightforward transit rather than a leisurely sightseeing tour. It serves as a practical connection if you are looking to move between these regions with minimal fuss.
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
41.4 miles from Hallam, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by utility, as 69% of your time will be spent on highways. You will navigate a combination of US 30, US 222, and Allentown Pike to complete the trek. The most significant portion of the drive is a 39.3-mile stretch along US 222, which provides the longest uninterrupted segment of your travel. While the route transitions between different road types, the overall feel is consistent with a standard regional transit. You will find that the personality of the road remains functional throughout, shifting from local connectors to the more sustained highway pacing of US 222.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Market Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Hallam, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 1h 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hallam, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Market Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kreutz Creek Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 30 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 222 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 61 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Centre Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bellevue Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 5th Street Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Market Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallam, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on South Prospect Street
89 ft
·
8 sec
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South Prospect Street
2
Turn left onto West Market Street
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
West Market Street
3
Turn right onto Kreutz Creek Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Kreutz Creek Road
4
Take the ramp right toward US 30 East: Lancaster
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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US 30 East: Lancaster
5
Merge slight left
18 mi
·
24 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 222 North: Reading
20 mi
·
23 min
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US 222 North: Reading
7
Continue straight
11 mi
·
15 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward PA 61 North: Centre Avenue
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
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PA 61 North: Centre Avenue
9
Turn straight onto Centre Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Centre Avenue
10
Turn right onto Bellevue Avenue
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
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Bellevue Avenue
11
Turn left onto North 5th Street Highway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North 5th Street Highway
12
Continue on Allentown Pike
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Allentown Pike
13
Merge slight left onto Kutztown Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Kutztown Road
14
Continue on Allentown Pike
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Allentown Pike
161 ft
·
7 sec
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Allentown Pike
16
Exit the roundabout onto Allentown Pike
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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Allentown Pike
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Allentown Pike
121 ft
·
5 sec
·
Allentown Pike
18
Exit the roundabout onto Allentown Pike
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
19
Continue on Kutztown Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kutztown Road
20
Continue on Allentown Pike
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Allentown Pike
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Kutztown Road
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
Kutztown Road
22
Exit the roundabout onto Kutztown Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kutztown Road
23
Keep slight left
8.7 mi
·
11 min
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hamilton Boulevard
161 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
25
Exit the roundabout onto Hamilton Boulevard
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Hamilton Boulevard
26
Turn straight onto Trexlertown Bypass
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Trexlertown Bypass
27
Continue on West Hamilton Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Hamilton Boulevard
28
Continue on Hamilton Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Hamilton Street
29
Turn left onto North 15th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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North 15th Street
30
Turn right onto Tilghman Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Tilghman Street
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Because the entire 82.8-mile distance is manageable in under two hours, you likely won't need a formal rest stop, but keep your fuel budget of $14 in mind if you plan on doing extra driving once you arrive. Stay attentive when transitioning between the different road segments, particularly when moving off the highway onto Allentown Pike. Given the lack of mandatory stops, you can easily pace this drive to fit perfectly into your daily schedule without feeling rushed.
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 41.4 miles from Hallam, PA, or about 58m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
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 Hallam, 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 Hallam, PA
This is one driving day of about 82.8 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hallam, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.4 mi from Hallam, PA · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.4 miles from Hallam, 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
$13.73 one way
$27.45 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.03 | $30.07 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.06 | $32.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.28 | $36.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
| Efficient EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.59 | $5.30 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Late night in Allentown on Wednesday
Local time
3:34 AM
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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 56m 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 Hallam, PA to Allentown, PA covers 82.8 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Market Street, Kreutz Creek Road, US 30 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.4 miles from Hallam, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.73 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 Hallam, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 1h 56m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hallam, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hallam, PA to Allentown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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