Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.4 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Freemansburg, PA
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This short 8.4-mile drive from Allentown to Freemansburg, PA, is designed for a quick trip, taking only about 15 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Union Boulevard, West Union Boulevard, and Tilghman Street, with no highway driving involved. Given its brevity and minimal fuel cost (estimated at $1), this route is perfect as a single-day excursion or even a short segment within a larger journey. The drive is entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a familiar local feel. It's a straightforward hop that doesn't require an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Union Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| West Union Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Tilghman Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Pembroke Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Goepp Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Garfield Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Freemansburg, PA.
Start on Tilghman Street
Continue on Union Boulevard
Continue on West Union Boulevard
Turn left onto Center Street
Turn right onto East Goepp Street
Turn straight onto Pembroke Road
Turn right onto Garfield Street
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 6.5 and 8.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto East Goepp Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Garfield Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.39 one way
$2.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.53 | $3.05 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.63 | $3.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.85 | $3.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Freemansburg on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a 'turn-heavy' local drive for this entire 8.4-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on city streets and main local thoroughfares for the duration. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is about 2.4 miles on Union Boulevard. This means you'll be managing frequent turns and traffic lights rather than cruising on open roads. The character of the drive remains consistent, focusing on navigating the local network of streets to get from point A to point B.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in near Center Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Allentown, PA to Freemansburg, PA is easy. At 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (East Goepp Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (Garfield Street): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 8.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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