Origin
Adamstown, PA
Evening in Adamstown on Sunday
Local time
5:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Adamstown, PA to Allentown, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Adamstown, PA
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Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
This 45.2-mile drive from Adamstown, PA to Allentown, PA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just over an hour to complete. You'll primarily navigate US 222 and Allentown Pike, with about 42% of your journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, making it an economical excursion. This route offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a relaxed outing. Given its short distance and straightforward nature, it's a convenient option for a quick visit between two points within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 222 | 19.2 mi | 25m |
| Allentown Pike | 6 mi | 10m |
| Trexlertown Bypass | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Kutztown Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Hamilton Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West Hamilton Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| North 5th Street Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Hamilton Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 222
— 19.2 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Adamstown, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on Willow Street
93 ft
·
6 sec
·
Willow Street
2
Turn right onto PA 272
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Reading Road
3
Continue on PA 568
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Alleghenyville Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
5
Merge onto US 222
10 mi
·
14 min
·
US 222
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
Toward PA 61 North: Centre Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto PA 61
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Centre Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto Bellevue Avenue
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Bellevue Avenue
9
Turn left onto US 222 BUS
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North 5th Street Highway
10
Continue on US 222 BUS
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Allentown Pike
11
Merge onto US 222
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Kutztown Road
12
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 222
160 ft
·
6 sec
·
Allentown Pike
14
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Allentown Pike
15
Enter roundabout onto US 222
123 ft
·
5 sec
·
Allentown Pike
16
Continue on US 222
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Allentown Pike
17
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Kutztown Road
18
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Allentown Pike
19
Enter roundabout onto US 222
138 ft
·
1 sec
·
Kutztown Road
20
Continue on US 222
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kutztown Road
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
US 222
22
Enter roundabout onto US 222
159 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
23
Continue on US 222
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Hamilton Boulevard
24
Turn straight onto US 222
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Trexlertown Bypass
Toward US 222 North, PA 100 North: Fogelsville, Allentown
25
Continue on PA 222
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Hamilton Boulevard
26
Continue on PA 222
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Hamilton Street
27
Turn left onto North 15th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 15th Street
28
Turn right onto Tilghman Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Tilghman Street
29
Arrive at destination
Tilghman Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Adamstown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 32.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 222
Merge onto US 222
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
12.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward PA 61 North: Centre Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward PA 61 North: Centre Avenue
4
19 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 222 / Allentown Pike
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Allentown Pike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
19.4 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 222 / Allentown Pike
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Allentown Pike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
32.9 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.49 one way
$14.99 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.21 | $16.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Evening in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
5:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with a significant portion on highways and a mix of other road types. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.2 miles along US 222, offering a good period of consistent travel. With 42% of the drive on highways, you'll experience some faster-paced sections, interspersed with the more local feel of Allentown Pike and the Trexlertown Bypass. This blend means the road's personality shifts, offering a dynamic, rather than monotonous, journey.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.2 mi on US 222.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 1.7 miles in near US 222.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 1.7 miles (US 222): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles (US 222 / Allentown Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Starting in Adamstown, PA
Full guide →Founded 1761
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.2 miles on US 222. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Allentown, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (US 222): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles (US 222 / Allentown Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Allentown, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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