Origin
Allentown, PA
Morning in Allentown on Tuesday
Local time
11:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allentown, PA to Blandon, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
27.6 mi
44 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
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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Blandon, PA
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Trip Overview
Allentown to Blandon is 27.6 miles and takes about 41 minutes via West Hamilton Boulevard and US 222, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a local route, so expect some slower sections and turns as you make your way. Given the minimal driving time, this is an ideal same-day excursion for anyone looking for a quick, uncomplicated journey between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Hamilton Boulevard | 6 mi | 8m |
| US 222 | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Kutztown Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Hamilton Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Allentown Pike | 3 mi | 5m |
| Tilghman Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| North Cedar Crest Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
West Hamilton Boulevard
— 6 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Blandon, 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
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Allentown Pike
19
Turn left onto PA 73
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Park Road
65 ft
·
1 sec
·
Park Road
21
Arrive at destination
Park Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 12.4 and 26.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
12.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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.
4
22.7 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 222 / Allentown Pike
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Allentown Pike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
25.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 222 / Allentown Pike
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Allentown Pike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
26.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
PA 73 / Main Street
Turn left onto PA 73 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.58 one way
$9.15 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.01 | $10.02 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.35 | $10.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Blandon, PA
Morning in Blandon on Tuesday
Local time
11:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
9 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
41m 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?
This drive has a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you won't be on a highway for the majority of the trip, with highway share at only 21%. You'll navigate through local roads, experiencing a good number of turns and potentially varying speed limits. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6 miles on West Hamilton Boulevard, giving you a brief period of consistent driving before you need to adjust to different roads and intersections. Expect the road to feel more like a series of connected local thoroughfares rather than an open highway.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6 mi on West Hamilton Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.4 miles in near US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 12.4 miles (US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.9 miles (US 222): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (US 222 / Allentown Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Starting in Allentown, PA
Full guide →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.
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 41m. Total distance: 27.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6 miles on West Hamilton Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 12.4 miles (US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.9 miles (US 222): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (US 222 / Allentown Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — 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 Blandon, 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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