Origin
Nescopeck, PA
Late night in Nescopeck on Wednesday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nescopeck, PA to Allentown, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
73.2 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
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6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nescopeck, PA
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Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
This 73.2-mile journey from Nescopeck, PA to Allentown, PA takes approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes and is best suited for a single day trip. You'll navigate primarily using 3rd Street and the Berwick Hazleton Highway, with a portion on the Keystone Shortway. With no highway driving, expect a more local feel throughout this 1-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $12, making it an economical option. Both Nescopeck and Allentown are located within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, so you won't be crossing state lines or experiencing regional shifts on this relatively short drive.
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
36.6 miles from Nescopeck, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be on local roads for the entire 73.2 miles. Don't anticipate long stretches of high-speed cruising; instead, be prepared for frequent turns and a more engaged driving experience. The absence of a 'longest stretch' statistic suggests a continuous series of road changes rather than prolonged segments on a single roadway. The progression will likely involve navigating through various towns and local thoroughfares, requiring your attention to speed limits and traffic signals.
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.
3rd 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 Nescopeck, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 1h 17m 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 Nescopeck, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Berwick Hazleton Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Keystone Shortway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 476 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 476 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 78 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 22 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
3rd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nescopeck, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on Broad Street
72 ft
·
6 sec
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Broad Street
2
Turn right onto 3rd Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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3rd Street
3
Continue on Berwick Hazleton Highway
7.3 mi
·
11 min
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Berwick Hazleton Highway
4
Continue on Berwick Hazleton Highway
282 ft
·
7 sec
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Berwick Hazleton Highway
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
20 mi
·
23 min
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Keystone Shortway
7
Take the exit slight right toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
8
Keep slight left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 476 South: Allentown
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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I 476 South: Allentown
10
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
37 mi
·
40 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
0.4 mi
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1 min
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I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
12
Turn slight right onto US 22 East: Allentown
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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US 22 East: Allentown
13
Merge slight left onto Lehigh Valley Thruway
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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Lehigh Valley Thruway
14
Take the exit slight right toward PA 309 South: Quakertown
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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PA 309 South: Quakertown
15
Merge slight left
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
16
Take the exit slight right toward Tilghman Street East
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Tilghman Street East
17
Turn straight onto Tilghman Street
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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Tilghman Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour, this drive offers great flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning allows for a full day at your destination in Allentown, or you could opt for a late afternoon start to arrive in the evening. With no designated stops and a relatively low fuel cost of $12, you can easily manage this trip without needing extensive planning for refueling or rest breaks. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to the 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive; having your GPS ready or a general sense of direction will be helpful to avoid missing any of the numerous turns along 3rd Street and the Berwick Hazleton Highway.
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 36.6 miles from Nescopeck, PA, or about 38m 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 73.2 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 38m 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 5m
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 Nescopeck, 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 Nescopeck, PA
This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nescopeck, 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 36.6 mi from Nescopeck, PA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Nescopeck, 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
$12.14 one way
$24.27 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.29 | $26.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.20 | $28.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.16 | $32.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Late night in Allentown on Wednesday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
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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
1 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 17m 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 Nescopeck, PA to Allentown, PA covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 3rd Street, Berwick Hazleton Highway, Keystone Shortway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Nescopeck, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.14 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 Nescopeck, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 1h 17m 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 Nescopeck, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Nescopeck, PA to Allentown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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