The drive from Paupack, PA to Allentown, PA covers 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA 33, Lehigh Valley Thruway, Sterling Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.6 miles on PA 33.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.20 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
36.8 miles from Paupack, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Paupack, PA to Allentown, PA covers 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 51m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
9.1 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
7
36.3 mi into trip|~1h in
Take the exit toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 302A
Toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
7
60.3 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
6
71.5 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward PA 145
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 145
8
71.7 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 145 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 145 South
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Paupack, PA to Allentown, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Lake Wallenpaupack along the way.
Lake Wallenpaupack
9.1 mi in|~13m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
PA 33
23.6 mi
30m
Lehigh Valley Thruway
10.5 mi
14m
Sterling Road
7.1 mi
11m
I 84
5.6 mi
6m
Route 611
4.6 mi
6m
Keystone Shortway
4.4 mi
6m
Lake Wallenpaupack Road
4.1 mi
9m
South Sterling Road
2.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
PA 33
— 23.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paupack, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on Gumbletown Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Gumbletown Road
2
Turn right onto PA 390
2.1 mi·3 min·PA 390
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
4
Merge onto I 84
5.6 mi·6 min·I 84
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
6
Turn left onto PA 507
4.1 mi·9 min·Lake Wallenpaupack Road
7
Continue on PA 191
2.9 mi·5 min·South Sterling Road
8
Turn slight right onto PA 423
1.5 mi·2 min·Carlton Road
9
Continue on PA 423
0.4 mi·42 sec·Church Street
10
Continue on PA 423
0.6 mi·1 min·State Route 423
11
Turn left onto PA 196
7.1 mi·11 min·Sterling Road
12
Turn left onto PA 611; PA 940
1.1 mi·1 min·Pocono Boulevard
13
Continue on PA 611
4.6 mi·6 min·Route 611
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
15
Merge onto I 80
4.4 mi·6 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 302AToward PA 33 South: SnydersvilleUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto PA 33
24 mi·30 min·PA 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward US 22 West: Bethlehem, AllentownUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto US 22
11 mi·14 min·Lehigh Valley Thruway
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Toward PA 145Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork
177 ft·8 sec
Toward PA 145 SouthUse the left lane.
22
Turn left onto PA 145
0.1 mi·17 sec·MacArthur Road
23
Continue on PA 145
0.7 mi·1 min·MacArthur Road
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on PA 145
0.4 mi·42 sec·North 7th Street
25
Turn right onto Tilghman Street
0.8 mi·1 min·Tilghman Street
26
Arrive at destination
Tilghman Street
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 36.8 miles from Paupack, PA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.6 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 16 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 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 35m
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 Paupack, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Paupack, PA
This is one driving day of about 73.6 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Paupack, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on PA 33 for about 23.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.8 mi from Paupack, PA
· 1h 1m into the drive
The midpoint is around 38.2 miles from Paupack, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
$10
near mile 36.9
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Park Closure: Dingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.20 one way
$24.40 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$13.36
$26.73
premium
$4.93
$14.27
$28.55
diesel
$5.61
$16.25
$32.50
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(10.5 mi)$0.74
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 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
22.1
0
$7.73
$3.53
Efficient EV
18.4
0
$6.44
$2.94
EV Truck/SUV
29.4
0
$10.30
$4.71
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Paupack, PA
Morning
in Paupack on Saturday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Allentown, PA
Morning
in Allentown on Saturday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
4 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 51m 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 Paupack, PA to Allentown, PA covers 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA 33, Lehigh Valley Thruway, Sterling Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.8 miles from Paupack, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.20 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 73.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Paupack, PA to Allentown, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Lake Wallenpaupack along the way.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
