Origin
Lehigh, PA
Morning in Lehigh on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lehigh, PA to Allentown, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
64.4 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
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6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lehigh, PA
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Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Lehigh to Allentown, you are looking at a manageable 64.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day outing, meaning you can easily head out and return without needing to book an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $11, it is an economical choice for those looking to traverse the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. You will primarily navigate via PA 33, I-380, and the Lehigh Valley Thruway, which keeps the navigation straightforward. Because the distance is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without feeling rushed. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
32.2 miles from Lehigh, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, alternating between higher-speed highway segments and more localized road conditions. You will spend roughly 55% of your time on the highway, ensuring steady progress toward your destination. The route includes a longest uninterrupted stretch of 23.6 miles on PA 33, where you can settle into a consistent pace. As you transition between the various main roads, the character of the drive shifts from the open stretches of I-380 to the more integrated flow of the Lehigh Valley Thruway. Expect a balanced experience that requires you to stay alert during the transitions between these different road types while enjoying the varied pace of the journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lehigh Road 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 Lehigh, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 1h 31m 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 Lehigh, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 80 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Keystone Shortway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 33 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 22 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 145 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Lehigh Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lehigh, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on the route
59 ft
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4 sec
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the route
2
Continue on Lehigh Road
2.1 mi
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8 min
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Lehigh Road
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
3.1 mi
·
5 min
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Main Street
4
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
5
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
13 min
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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I 80 East: Stroudsburg
7
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
8.5 mi
·
11 min
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Keystone Shortway
8
Take the exit slight right toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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PA 33 South: Snydersville
9
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
30 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
11
Merge slight left onto Lehigh Valley Thruway
11 mi
·
14 min
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Lehigh Valley Thruway
12
Take the exit slight right toward PA 145
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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PA 145
13
Keep slight left to continue on PA 145 South
177 ft
·
8 sec
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PA 145 South
14
Turn left onto MacArthur Road
0.1 mi
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17 sec
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MacArthur Road
15
Continue on MacArthur Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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MacArthur Road
16
Continue on North 7th Street
0.4 mi
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43 sec
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North 7th Street
17
Turn right onto Tilghman Street
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Tilghman Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 64.4-mile drive, you have plenty of scheduling flexibility to avoid the heaviest regional traffic patterns. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops given the short duration, but keeping your fuel tank in good shape is easy with the $11 estimated cost. Make sure to check the traffic conditions on the Lehigh Valley Thruway before you depart, as this segment can influence your total travel time significantly. Because there are no mandatory stops required to complete the 1-hour and 31-minute drive, you can focus on a direct trip or build in a quick break if you prefer a slower pace. Keep an eye on your mileage markers while on the 23.6-mile stretch of PA 33 to gauge your progress accurately.
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 32.2 miles from Lehigh, PA, or about 45m 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 64.4 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.2 miles or 45m 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 17m
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 Lehigh, 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 Lehigh, PA
This is one driving day of about 64.4 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lehigh, 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 32.2 mi from Lehigh, PA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 64.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from Lehigh, 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
$10.68 one way
$21.35 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.69 | $23.39 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.49 | $24.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Allentown, PA
Morning in Allentown on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
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32 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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 31m 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 Lehigh, PA to Allentown, PA covers 64.4 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lehigh Road, Main Street, I 80 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.2 miles from Lehigh, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.68 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 Lehigh, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 1h 31m 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 Lehigh, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lehigh, PA to Allentown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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