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Trip from Allentown, PA to Greenwood, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 58m

Distance

200.4 mi

323 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 46m ★
6 AM
3h 59m
8 AM
4h 24m
10 AM
4h 8m
12 PM
4h 5m
3 PM
4h 9m
5 PM
4h 23m
8 PM
3h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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county seat city in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Allentown, PA

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Downtown Greenwood, PA, PA

Greenwood, PA

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Trip Overview

Allentown, PA to Greenwood, PA is 200.4 miles and takes about 3h 58m via Keystone Shortway, Jacksonville Road, and I 99, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, connecting the Northeast region of the state to itself. Expect a drive with plenty of turns, suggesting a more engaged driving experience than a straight interstate cruise. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is well-suited for a quick getaway or a journey that allows for flexibility on the road.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

100.2 miles from Allentown, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 63.1 mi 1h 8m
Jacksonville Road 24.2 mi 28m
I 99 23.3 mi 24m
William Penn Highway 21.7 mi 26m
Locust Gap Highway 11.5 mi 13m
Centre Turnpike 10.6 mi 12m
South Market Street 9.7 mi 11m
Sunbury Road 9.4 mi 11m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 63.1 mi, about 1h 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Greenwood, PA.

1

Start on Tilghman Street

5.0 mi · 8 min · Tilghman Street
Use the straight lane.
2

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward US 22 West: Harrisburg
3

Merge onto US 22

0.7 mi · 54 sec · Lehigh Valley Thruway
4

Merge onto I 78; US 22

22 mi · 26 min · William Penn Highway
5

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Exit 29 Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville Use the slight right lane.
6

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 29 Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
7

Merge onto PA 61

2.4 mi · 3 min · Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on PA 61

11 mi · 12 min · Centre Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on PA 61

3.0 mi · 3 min · Route 61 South
10

Continue on PA 61

0.3 mi · 18 sec · Pottsville Boulevard
11

Continue on PA 61

0.2 mi · 20 sec · South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
12

Turn left onto US 209

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Mauch Chunk Street
13

At end of road, turn right onto US 209

0.4 mi · 38 sec · South Centre Street
14

Turn left onto US 209

2.3 mi · 4 min · West Market Street
15

Continue on US 209; PA 901

1.8 mi · 2 min · Pottsville Minersville Highway
Use the straight lane.
16

At end of road, turn left onto PA 901

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Sunbury Street
17

Continue on PA 901

9.4 mi · 11 min · Sunbury Road
18

Continue on PA 901

2.2 mi · 2 min · Fairgrounds Road
19

Continue on PA 901

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Locust Gap Highway
20

Continue on PA 54; PA 901

11 mi · 13 min · Locust Gap Highway
21

Continue on PA 54

9.7 mi · 11 min · South Market Street
22

Turn right onto PA 54

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
Use the right lane.
23

Continue on PA 54

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Factory Street
Use the straight lane.
24

Continue on PA 54

3.0 mi · 3 min · Continental Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
26

Merge onto I 80

63 mi · 1 hr 8 min · Keystone Shortway
27

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 53 sec
Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte
28

Turn left onto US 220; PA 26

24 mi · 28 min · Jacksonville Road
Use the straight lane.
29

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220

23 mi · 24 min · I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona
30

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward PA 764 South: Pinecroft
31

Turn right onto PA 764

0.5 mi · 52 sec · Sabbath Rest Road
32

Turn left onto US 220 Business; PA 764

2.3 mi · 3 min · East Pleasant Valley Boulevard
33

Turn left onto Harvard Lane

133 ft · 5 sec · Harvard Lane
34

Arrive at destination

Harvard Lane

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour 58-minute estimated drive time and 200.4-mile distance, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and your flexibility for any spontaneous stops. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $33, planning ahead for gas is wise, especially on the local road segments. Watch for the frequent turns indicated in the route profile; it's a good idea to have your GPS ready to ensure you don't miss any key transitions onto roads like Jacksonville Road or I 99.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.2 miles from Allentown, PA, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.1 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 44 miles or 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 100.2 miles or 2h 5m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, 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.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Allentown, PA

This is one driving day of about 200.4 miles and 3h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Allentown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 63.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

borough in Columbia County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Catawissa, PA

100 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

Hazleton, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

California, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.2 miles from Allentown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.1 miles.

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 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 27.5 and 174 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
27.5 mi into trip | ~36m in

Take the exit toward PA 61 North: Pottsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 29 Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
7
27.7 mi into trip | ~36m in

Keep slight right at fork toward PA 61 North: Pottsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 29 Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
5
28 mi into trip | ~37m in | PA 61 / Pottsville Pike

Merge onto PA 61 / Pottsville Pike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
149.5 mi into trip | ~2h 59m in

Take the exit toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefonte

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 161 Toward I 99 South, US 220 South, PA 26: Bellefo...
6
174 mi into trip | ~3h 28m in | I 99; US 220

Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220 toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda, Altoona

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Port Matilda,...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.22 one way

$66.45 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $36.39 $72.78
premium $4.93 $38.86 $77.73
diesel $5.61 $44.25 $88.49

Estimated Tolls: $0.79

Centre Turnpike (10.6 mi) $0.74
Lehigh Valley Thruway (0.7 mi) $0.05

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

$33

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60.1 0 $21.04 $9.62
Efficient EV 50.1 0 $17.54 $8.02
EV Truck/SUV 80.2 1 $28.06 $12.83

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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 16, 2026

Origin

Allentown, PA

Late night in Allentown on Tuesday

Local time

5:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA

Destination

Greenwood, PA

Late night in Greenwood on Tuesday

Local time

5:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°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

42 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

3h 58m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

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...

21 mi from route ~52 min detour Free near mile 41.5
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 200.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging experience than a typical interstate journey. While only 18% of the route is on highways, you'll encounter stretches like the 63.1-mile segment on the Keystone Shortway, offering a more extended period of consistent travel. The profile suggests a mix of road types, so be prepared for transitions between faster highway sections and more winding local roads as you make your way toward Greenwood. This variability keeps things interesting behind the wheel.

Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.1 mi on Keystone Shortway.

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 27.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 200.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 27.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 28 miles (PA 61 / Pottsville Pike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Allentown, PA to Greenwood, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Altoona along the way.

Altoona

174 mi in | ~3h 28m | via I 99; US 220

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 58m. Total distance: 200.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 63.1 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.79 in tolls one way, starting with Centre 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Greenwood, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 27.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 28 miles (PA 61 / Pottsville Pike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Johnstown Flood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Greenwood, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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