Traveling from Allentown to Glen Lyon covers 73.6 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to easily complete the drive without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly excursion within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. The path utilizes a combination of Tilghman Street, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, and the Keystone Shortway. Since both endpoints are located within the same region, you will experience a consistent landscape as you transition between these Pennsylvania towns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.8 miles from Allentown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Exit 95Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
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Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
8
Merge onto I 80
14 mi·15 min·Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward PA 309: Hazleton, Mountain Top
10
Turn right onto PA 309
292 ft·5 sec·North Hunter Highway
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Continue on PA 309
1.4 mi·2 min·South Mountain Boulevard
12
Turn left onto South Main Road
0.7 mi·1 min·South Main Road
13
Turn left onto Blue Ridge Trail
0.2 mi·23 sec·Blue Ridge Trail
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
15
Merge onto I 81
4.1 mi·4 min·I 81
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 159Toward Nuangola
17
Turn left onto Church Road
0.4 mi·58 sec·Church Road
18
Continue on Church Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Church Road
19
Turn left onto Nuangola Road
2.2 mi·3 min·Nuangola Road
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Continue on Alden Mountain Road
2.5 mi·4 min·Alden Mountain Road
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Turn left onto West Kirmar Avenue
2.7 mi·5 min·West Kirmar Avenue
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Continue on East Main Street
0.7 mi·2 min·East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Market Street
262 ft·11 sec·North Market Street
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Arrive at destination
North Market Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 37 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, as there are no mandatory stops required to reach Glen Lyon. Since the trip is relatively short, you can easily complete it in one go without needing to plan for significant rest breaks. Budget around $12 for fuel, but consider topping off your tank before leaving Allentown to avoid any potential price fluctuations along the way. Keep a close eye on the transition points between the Keystone Shortway and local roads, as these merges can sometimes see heavier traffic. Use the shorter duration to your advantage by planning your arrival to avoid peak congestion hours on the busier highway sections.
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 36.8 miles from Allentown, PA, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.1 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 16 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 44m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glen Lyon, 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 73.6 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Allentown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 37.1 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 60 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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4.9 mi into trip|~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 North: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 476 North: Scranton
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42.4 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 95
Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
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43.3 mi into trip|~52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Hazleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
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57.4 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward PA 309: Hazleton, Mountain Top
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 309: Hazleton, Mountain Top
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60 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.20 one way
$24.40 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$13.36
$26.73
premium
$4.93
$14.27
$28.55
diesel
$5.61
$16.25
$32.50
Estimated Tolls: $4.82
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(37.1 mi)$4.82
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.1
0
$7.73
$3.53
Efficient EV
18.4
0
$6.44
$2.94
EV Truck/SUV
29.4
0
$10.30
$4.71
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Allentown, PA
Morning
in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Sunny
SE 0 to 10 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Glen Lyon, PA
Morning
in Glen Lyon on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
1h 37m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 73.6-mile path, which is comprised of 56% highway travel. You will spend the most significant portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.1 miles. The transition from local roads like Tilghman Street to high-speed interstate travel shifts the pace of the drive considerably. Because the route balances fast-paced highway segments with local access roads, you should remain attentive to changing speed limits. The overall personality of the drive is functional and efficient, moving you steadily through the regional landscape.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.1 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.6 miles you will encounter 18 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 42.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Glen Lyon, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Mount Pocono, Mountain Top and Nuangola.
Patp
4.5 mi in|~7m
Mount Pocono
42.4 mi in|~50m
Mountain Top
57.4 mi in|~1h 8m
Nuangola
64.2 mi in|~1h 18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.82 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 Glen Lyon, 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 42.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Glen Lyon, PA before heading back.
