Origin
Allentown, PA
Late night in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allentown, PA to Audubon, 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 2m
Distance
44.2 mi
71 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
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allentown, PA
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Audubon, PA
Jay Brand
Trip Overview
This 44.2-mile drive from Allentown, PA to Audubon, PA is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 2 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, with some time on South Valley Forge Road and Tilghman Street. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $7, making it an economical option. Given its short distance and manageable duration, this route offers flexibility for when you decide to depart and how you'd like to structure your travel time within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 26.3 mi | 28m |
| South Valley Forge Road | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| Tilghman Street | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| North Park Avenue | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Sumneytown Pike | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Egypt Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 26.3 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Audubon, PA.
1
Start on Tilghman Street
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Tilghman Street
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 476, PATP
3
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 476 South: Philadelphia
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 476; PATP
26 mi
·
28 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
2 min
Exit 31
Toward PA 63: Harleysville, Kulpsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
this road
7
Keep slight left at fork
169 ft
·
11 sec
Toward PA 63 East: Lansdale
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto PA 63
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Sumneytown Pike
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto PA 363
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
South Valley Forge Road
10
Continue on PA 363
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
North Park Avenue
11
Turn sharp left onto Egypt Road
108 ft
·
4 sec
·
Egypt Road
12
Turn right
108 ft
·
10 sec
13
Turn right
155 ft
·
11 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 22.1 miles from Allentown, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 32.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 476 South: Philadelphia
5
5.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
31.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward PA 63: Harleysville, Kulpsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31
Toward PA 63: Harleysville, Kulpsville
8
32.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 63 East: Lansdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 63 East: Lansdale
5
32.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
PA 63 / Sumneytown Pike
Turn left onto PA 63 / Sumneytown Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.33 one way
$14.66 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.03 | $16.05 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.57 | $17.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.42
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(26.3 mi)
$3.42
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$3
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Audubon, PA
Late night in Audubon on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
7 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 2m 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 mixed drive on this route, with about 60% of it being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.3 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. This means you'll experience a good portion of faster-paced travel before transitioning to more local roads like South Valley Forge Road and Tilghman Street. The character of the drive shifts from open highway to more developed areas as you approach your destination, so be prepared for changes in speed and traffic.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.3 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
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 4.9 miles in.
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 44.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Audubon, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Kulpsville.
Patp
4.5 mi in
|
~7m
Kulpsville
31.6 mi in
|
~37m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 44.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.42 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Audubon, 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 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). 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 Audubon, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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