Origin
North Towanda, PA
Late night in North Towanda on Wednesday
Local time
2:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Towanda, PA to Allentown, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h
Distance
131.2 mi
211 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
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6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 23m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 22m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Towanda, PA
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Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from North Towanda to Allentown covers 131.2 miles of Pennsylvania’s northeast landscape. You can comfortably complete this trip in about 3 hours, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. With a total fuel budget of approximately $21, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly. You will primarily navigate via the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, PA 118, and US 220. Given the manageable timeframe, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip unless you prefer a leisurely pace. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects two distinct parts of the state's northeastern region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.6 miles from North Towanda, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by its highway efficiency, with 84% of the journey spent on major roads. The drive transitions between regional routes and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which features your longest uninterrupted stretch of 47.8 miles. You will find that the road character is fast-paced and consistent, moving away from local connectors toward high-speed transit. This setup allows for predictable travel times, though you should remain alert as the road transitions between different types of infrastructure. Overall, it is a functional, highway-heavy route designed for direct travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Reuter Boulevard 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 North Towanda, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 3h 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 North Towanda, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Reuter Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Patterson Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Towanda Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mill Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bernice Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 487 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Reuter Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Towanda, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on the route
154 ft
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16 sec
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the route
2
Turn left onto Reuter Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Reuter Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Patterson Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Patterson Boulevard
4
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Towanda Bypass
3.2 mi
·
4 min
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Towanda Bypass
6
Keep slight right
17 mi
·
19 min
7
Turn left onto East Main Street
174 ft
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4 sec
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East Main Street
8
Continue on Mill Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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Mill Street
9
Continue on Bernice Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
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Bernice Road
10
Turn left
3.1 mi
·
5 min
11
Turn left onto Route 487
14 mi
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23 min
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Route 487
12
Turn left
18 mi
·
25 min
13
Turn right onto Memorial Highway
1.6 mi
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3 min
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Memorial Highway
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Memorial Highway
121 ft
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2 sec
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Memorial Highway
15
Exit the roundabout onto Memorial Highway
4.7 mi
·
9 min
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Memorial Highway
16
Continue straight
5.5 mi
·
7 min
17
Continue straight
4.3 mi
·
7 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward PATP
0.3 mi
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44 sec
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PATP
19
Keep slight left to continue on PATP
0.1 mi
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13 sec
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PATP
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 476 South: Allentown
0.4 mi
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57 sec
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I 476 South: Allentown
21
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
48 mi
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52 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
22
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
23
Turn slight right onto US 22 East: Allentown
0.2 mi
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29 sec
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US 22 East: Allentown
24
Merge slight left onto Lehigh Valley Thruway
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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Lehigh Valley Thruway
25
Take the exit slight right toward PA 309 South: Quakertown
0.4 mi
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55 sec
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PA 309 South: Quakertown
26
Merge slight left
0.5 mi
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44 sec
27
Take the exit slight right toward Tilghman Street East
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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Tilghman Street East
28
Turn straight onto Tilghman Street
3.6 mi
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5 min
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Tilghman Street
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 3-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without feeling rushed. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 131.2-mile distance, which will help keep you refreshed for the duration of the trip. Keep in mind that the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension serves as the backbone of your route, so monitor traffic patterns on that specific stretch to ensure a smooth arrival in Allentown. Because the fuel cost is estimated at $21, fill up your tank before you leave North Towanda to avoid potential price fluctuations on the highway. Use that single planned stop as a chance to stretch your legs before tackling the final leg of your journey.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.6 miles from North Towanda, PA, or about 1h 30m 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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.6 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 27m
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 North Towanda, 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 North Towanda, PA
This is one driving day of about 131.2 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Towanda, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.6 mi from North Towanda, PA · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 65.6 miles from North Towanda, 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
$21.75 one way
$43.50 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $23.82 | $47.65 |
| premium | $4.93 | $25.44 | $50.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.97 | $57.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
| Efficient EV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.48 | $5.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.37 | $8.40 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
2:53 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
2 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
3h 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 North Towanda, PA to Allentown, PA covers 131.2 miles and takes about 3h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Reuter Boulevard, Patterson Boulevard, Towanda Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.6 miles from North Towanda, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.75 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from North Towanda, PA to Allentown, PA is easy. At 3h 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 North Towanda, PA to Allentown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North Towanda, PA to Allentown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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