This 69.1-mile journey from Allentown to Atglen, Pennsylvania, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes. The route primarily utilizes local roads like West Hamilton Boulevard and Allentown Pike, with a brief 11-mile stretch on the Morgantown Expressway offering a taste of highway driving. With a projected fuel cost of around $11, this trip is budget-friendly. Given its relatively short duration and a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, it’s best suited for a leisurely day trip rather than requiring an overnight stay. You'll be traversing within the Northeast region, staying within Pennsylvania for the entirety of your drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.5 miles from Allentown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Morgantown Expressway
11 mi
13m
West Hamilton Boulevard
6 mi
8m
Allentown Pike
6 mi
10m
US 222
5.9 mi
7m
Compass Road
5.4 mi
9m
Kutztown Road
5.2 mi
7m
North 5th Street Highway
4.9 mi
8m
Octorara Trail
4.4 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Morgantown Expressway
— 11 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Atglen, PA.
1
Start on Tilghman Street
2.1 mi·3 min·Tilghman Street
2
Turn left onto North Cedar Crest Boulevard
1.0 mi·1 min·North Cedar Crest Boulevard
3
Turn right onto PA 222
0.4 mi·43 sec·Hamilton Boulevard Bypass
4
Continue on PA 222
6.0 mi·8 min·West Hamilton Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi·32 sec·Trexlertown Bypass
6
Continue on US 222
2.5 mi·3 min·Hamilton Boulevard
7
Enter roundabout onto US 222
129 ft·1 sec·Hamilton Boulevard
8
Continue on US 222
0.6 mi·50 sec·Hamilton Boulevard
9
Continue on US 222
3.8 mi·5 min·Kutztown Road
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
5.9 mi·7 min·US 222
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto US 222
110 ft·1 sec·Allentown Pike
12
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi·39 sec·Allentown Pike
13
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi·1 min·Kutztown Road
14
Continue on US 222
1.6 mi·2 min·Allentown Pike
15
Enter roundabout onto US 222
97 ft·4 sec·Allentown Pike
16
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi·52 sec·Allentown Pike
17
Enter roundabout onto US 222
127 ft·5 sec·Allentown Pike
18
Continue on US 222
1.1 mi·1 min·Allentown Pike
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 222
0.3 mi·26 sec·Kutztown Road
20
Continue on US 222
0.5 mi·47 sec·Allentown Pike
21
Continue on US 222 BUS
1.9 mi·3 min·Allentown Pike
22
Continue on US 222 BUS
4.9 mi·8 min·North 5th Street Highway
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto US 422 Business
0.1 mi·16 sec·Washington Street
Use the right lane.
24
Turn left onto North 4th Street
0.6 mi·1 min·North 4th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto US 222 BUS
273 ft·4 sec·South 4th Street
26
Continue on US 222 Business
0.3 mi·29 sec·Bingaman Street
27
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward US 422 East: Pottstown, Morgantown
28
Merge onto US 422
2.0 mi·2 min·West Shore Bypass
29
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward I 176 South: MorgantownUse the slight right lane.
30
Continue on I 176
9.5 mi·10 min·Morgantown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit onto Morgantown Expressway
1.6 mi·2 min·Morgantown Expressway
Exit 2Toward PA 10 South, PA 23: Honey BrookUse the slight right lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork
147 ft·5 sec
Toward PA 10 South, PA 23 West: Honey Brook, LancasterUse the right lane.
33
Turn right onto PA 10; PA 23
0.2 mi·24 sec·Main Street
34
Turn left onto PA 10
4.2 mi·7 min·Twin County Road
Use the left lane.
35
Continue on PA 10
0.3 mi·45 sec·Conestoga Avenue
36
Continue on PA 10
0.4 mi·54 sec·Pequea Avenue
37
Continue on PA 10
5.4 mi·9 min·Compass Road
38
Turn left onto PA 10; PA 340
0.1 mi·16 sec·West Kings Highway
39
Continue on PA 10
4.4 mi·8 min·Octorara Trail
Use the straight / right lanes.
40
Continue on PA 10
0.6 mi·1 min·North Church Street
41
Turn right onto PA 372
0.8 mi·2 min·West 1st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
42
Continue on PA 372
0.3 mi·27 sec·South Limestone Road
43
Turn right onto PA 372
2.4 mi·4 min·Lower Valley Road
44
Turn right onto PA 372
0.2 mi·24 sec·Main Street
45
Turn left onto PA 372
59 ft·1 sec·Upper Valley Road
46
Arrive at destination
PA 372
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 48-minute drive, departing in the mid-morning should allow you to avoid peak local traffic. Since the total distance is just under 70 miles and the fuel cost is estimated at $11, you won't need extensive planning for stops. However, given the 'turn-heavy local drive' nature, it’s wise to keep an eye on your GPS and be ready for frequent navigation adjustments. Consider a brief pause around the halfway point, perhaps after your stretch on the Morgantown Expressway, to stretch your legs before continuing on the local roads toward Atglen.
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 34.5 miles from Allentown, PA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11 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 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.5 miles or 51m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atglen, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Allentown, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Allentown, PA
This is one driving day of about 69.1 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Allentown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Morgantown Expressway for about 11 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 16.9 and 49.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
16.9 mi into trip|~25m 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.
6
35 mi into trip|~52m in|US 422 Business / Washington Street
Turn right onto US 422 Business / Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
35.1 mi into trip|~53m in|North 4th Street
Turn left onto North 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
48.2 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|Morgantown Expressway
Take the exit onto Morgantown Expressway toward PA 10 South, PA 23: Honey Brook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward PA 10 South, PA 23: Honey Brook
8
49.7 mi into trip|~1h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 10 South, PA 23 West: Honey Brook, Lancaster
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward PA 10 South, PA 23 West: Honey Brook, La...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.46 one way
$22.91 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$12.55
$25.09
premium
$4.93
$13.40
$26.80
diesel
$5.61
$15.26
$30.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.7
0
$7.26
$3.32
Efficient EV
17.3
0
$6.05
$2.76
EV Truck/SUV
27.6
0
$9.67
$4.42
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Allentown, PA
Morning
in Allentown on Tuesday
Local time
9:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Atglen, PA
Morning
in Atglen on Tuesday
Local time
9:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Reading, PA
35 mi in
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
16 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 48m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
First State National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
Free
near mile 66.7
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for most of this 69.1-mile trip. Only 24% of the route involves highway driving, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 11 miles on the Morgantown Expressway. This means you'll navigate a series of local roads, encountering more intersections and potentially varying speed limits. The character of the drive shifts from more urban or suburban settings in Allentown to potentially more rural or small-town environments as you approach Atglen. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction and pace throughout the journey.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
46 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11 mi on Morgantown Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 16.9 miles in near US 222.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.1 miles you will encounter 22 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 16.9 miles (US 222): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35 miles (US 422 Business / Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.1 miles (North 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
681 ft346 ft
Total Climb
523 ft
Total Descent
385 ft
Highest Point
681 ft
~59.2 mi in
Elevation Range
335 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Allentown, PA and Atglen, PA, road signs point toward Morgantown and Lancaster.
Allentown is the largest city in the Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania, the county seat and largest city in Lehigh County, and the third-largest city in Pennsylvania after Philadelphia and Pittsburgh with a population of 125,845 as of 2020.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 69.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11 miles on Morgantown Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Atglen, 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 16.9 miles (US 222): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35 miles (US 422 Business / Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.1 miles (North 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — First State National Historical Park, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Atglen, PA before heading back.
