Origin
Hawley, PA
Evening in Hawley on Sunday
Local time
8:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hawley, PA to Allentown, PA
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
81.1 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hawley, PA
Haneul Trac
Allentown, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hawley to Allentown covers 81.1 miles of Northeast Pennsylvania, typically taking about 1 hour and 38 minutes to complete. Because this journey is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel for the trip. The route navigates away from the lake region toward the more urban environment of Allentown. Since you won't be relying on major highways, this drive is best viewed as a straightforward local transit rather than a long-haul expedition. Whether you are heading south for business or a visit, this direct path keeps your planning simple and your travel budget low.
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
40.6 miles from Hawley, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through Bellemonte Avenue, Welwood Avenue, and Lake Wallenpaupack Road to reach your destination. Because the road consists entirely of local thoroughfares, there is no single long-distance stretch; the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Bellemonte Avenue. This creates a technical driving experience that requires your full attention at the wheel. Be prepared for frequent turns as you transition between these local roads, which keeps the pace steady but prevents the mindless cruising often found on larger arterial roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bellemonte Avenue 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 Hawley, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 1h 38m 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 Hawley, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bellemonte Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Welwood Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lake Wallenpaupack Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 507 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Sterling Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Carlton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 423 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Bellemonte Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hawley, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on Penn Avenue
446 ft
·
24 sec
·
Penn Avenue
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Bellemonte Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Bellemonte Avenue
3
Continue on Welwood Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Welwood Avenue
4
Continue on Lake Wallenpaupack Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Lake Wallenpaupack Road
5
Continue on Lake Wallenpaupack Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Wallenpaupack Road
6
Turn left
5.1 mi
·
8 min
7
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
8
Merge slight right
5.6 mi
·
6 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
10
Turn left onto Lake Wallenpaupack Road
4.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Lake Wallenpaupack Road
11
Continue on South Sterling Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Sterling Road
12
Turn slight right onto Carlton Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Carlton Road
13
Continue on Church Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Church Street
14
Continue on State Route 423
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 423
15
Turn left onto Sterling Road
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Sterling Road
16
Turn left onto Pocono Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pocono Boulevard
17
Continue on Route 611
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 611
18
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
19
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Keystone Shortway
20
Take the exit slight right toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
PA 33 South: Snydersville
21
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
30 min
22
Take the exit slight right toward US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
23
Merge slight left onto Lehigh Valley Thruway
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
24
Take the exit slight right toward PA 145
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
PA 145
25
Keep slight left to continue on PA 145 South
177 ft
·
8 sec
·
PA 145 South
26
Turn left onto MacArthur Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
MacArthur Road
27
Continue on MacArthur Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MacArthur Road
28
Continue on North 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
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North 7th Street
29
Turn right onto Tilghman Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tilghman Street
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 1-hour and 38-minute drive with no formal stops required, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You should aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on local roads, especially if you are traveling through busier town centers. Keep in mind that because there are no planned stops, you should fuel up before leaving Hawley to ensure you stay within your $13 travel budget. Pay close attention to navigation while on Bellemonte Avenue, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can make missing a turn easy. Taking this direct, local-focused approach allows you to arrive in Allentown efficiently without the fatigue of heavy highway traffic.
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 40.6 miles from Hawley, PA, or about 49m 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.6 miles or 49m 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 23m
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 Hawley, 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 Hawley, PA
This is one driving day of about 81.1 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hawley, 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 40.6 mi from Hawley, PA · 49m 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 40.6 miles from Hawley, 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
$13.42 one way
$26.84 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $14.68 | $29.37 |
| premium | $4.92 | $15.72 | $31.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.02 | $36.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.52 | $3.89 |
| Efficient EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.35 | $5.19 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Evening in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
8:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
41 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
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
1h 38m 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 Hawley, PA to Allentown, PA covers 81.1 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bellemonte Avenue, Welwood Avenue, Lake Wallenpaupack Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.6 miles from Hawley, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.42 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 Hawley, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 1h 38m 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 Hawley, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hawley, PA to Allentown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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