The drive from Lower Saucon, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 84.1 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Warren Street Bypass, I 78, US 222 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30 miles on Warren Street Bypass.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Lower Saucon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 84.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 58m drive with frequent turns across 84.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Warren Street Bypass is the longest continuous segment at about 30 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near I 78.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.1 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (I 78): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.5 miles (US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.2 mi into trip|~7m in|I 78
Merge onto I 78
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
16 mi into trip|~22m in
Take the exit toward US 222 South: Hamilton Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 54A
Toward US 222 South: Hamilton Boulevard
5
24.5 mi into trip|~35m in|US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
29 mi into trip|~41m in|US 222
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
44.8 mi into trip|~1h 5m in|PA 12 / Warren Street Bypass
Merge onto PA 12 / Warren Street Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Warren Street Bypass
30 mi
37m
I 78
11.8 mi
15m
US 222
7.6 mi
9m
Allentown Pike
6 mi
10m
Kutztown Road
5.2 mi
7m
West Hamilton Boulevard
5.2 mi
7m
US 30
4.2 mi
5m
Hamilton Boulevard
3.1 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Warren Street Bypass
— 30 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lower Saucon, PA and Hempfield, PA.
1
Start on Lower Saucon Road
77 ft·2 sec·Lower Saucon Road
2
Turn right onto Easton Road
2.9 mi·4 min·Easton Road
3
Turn slight right onto Cherry Lane
0.5 mi·58 sec·Cherry Lane
4
Turn slight right onto PA 412
0.3 mi·35 sec·Hellertown Road
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I-78 West
6
Merge onto I 78
12 mi·15 min·I 78
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 54AToward US 222 South: Hamilton BoulevardUse the right lane.
8
Continue on US 222
5.2 mi·7 min·West Hamilton Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi·32 sec·Trexlertown Bypass
10
Continue on US 222
2.5 mi·3 min·Hamilton Boulevard
11
Enter roundabout onto US 222
129 ft·1 sec·Hamilton Boulevard
12
Continue on US 222
0.6 mi·50 sec·Hamilton Boulevard
13
Continue on US 222
3.8 mi·5 min·Kutztown Road
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
5.9 mi·7 min·US 222
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Enter roundabout onto US 222
110 ft·1 sec·Allentown Pike
16
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi·39 sec·Allentown Pike
17
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi·1 min·Kutztown Road
18
Continue on US 222
1.6 mi·2 min·Allentown Pike
19
Enter roundabout onto US 222
97 ft·4 sec·Allentown Pike
20
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi·52 sec·Allentown Pike
21
Enter roundabout onto US 222
127 ft·5 sec·Allentown Pike
22
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi·1 min·Allentown Pike
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 222
0.3 mi·26 sec·Kutztown Road
24
Continue on US 222
0.5 mi·47 sec·Allentown Pike
25
Continue on US 222 BUS
1.9 mi·3 min·Allentown Pike
26
Continue on US 222 BUS
2.3 mi·3 min·North 5th Street Highway
27
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward PA 12 West: Lebanon
28
Merge onto PA 12
30 mi·37 min·Warren Street Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 222
1.7 mi·2 min·US 222
Toward US 30 West
30
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
4.2 mi·5 min·US 30
Toward US 30 West: York
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward Centerville Road
32
Turn right onto Centerville Road
0.3 mi·49 sec·Centerville Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Turn left onto PA 23
1.8 mi·3 min·Marietta Avenue
Use the left lane.
34
Turn left onto Summit Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Summit Drive
35
Continue on Summit Drive
0.4 mi·55 sec·Summit Drive
36
Arrive at destination
Summit Drive
Trip Plan
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 42.1 miles from Lower Saucon, PA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30 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 19 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 1h 1m 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 Hempfield, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lower Saucon, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lower Saucon, PA
This is one driving day of about 84.1 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Lower Saucon, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Warren Street Bypass for about 30 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.1 mi from Lower Saucon, PA
· 1h 1m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 60.9
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.2
0
$8.83
$4.04
Efficient EV
21
0
$7.36
$3.36
EV Truck/SUV
33.6
0
$11.77
$5.38
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Lower Saucon, PA
Morning
in Lower Saucon on Saturday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hempfield, PA
Morning
in Hempfield on Saturday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
19 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 58m 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 Lower Saucon, PA to Hempfield, PA covers 84.1 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Warren Street Bypass, I 78, US 222. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.1 miles from Lower Saucon, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.94 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.1 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (I 78): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.5 miles (US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Lower Saucon, PA to Hempfield, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
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.
