Origin
Allentown, PA
Late night in Allentown on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allentown, PA to Limerick, 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
57m
Distance
32.6 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
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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Limerick, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Allentown to Limerick covers a modest 32.6 miles, making this a straightforward journey that easily fits into a single day. You can expect to spend about 57 minutes behind the wheel, provided traffic remains steady. Budgeting roughly $5 for fuel should be sufficient for the trip, allowing you to keep your overhead low. Since both towns are situated within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. Because of the quick duration, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging; this is a classic regional commute that prioritizes efficiency over a long-haul experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Street | 10.9 mi | 18m |
| Swamp Pike | 7.3 mi | 14m |
| Route 100 | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| North Cedar Crest Boulevard | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Tilghman Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Philadelphia Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Arcadia Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Ridge Pike | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chestnut Street
— 10.9 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Limerick, PA.
1
Start on Tilghman Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Tilghman Street
2
Turn left onto North Cedar Crest Boulevard
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
North Cedar Crest Boulevard
3
Turn right onto PA 29
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Chestnut Street
4
Continue on PA 100
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Route 100
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward PA 73: Boyertown, Gilbertsville
6
Turn left onto PA 73
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Philadelphia Avenue
7
Continue on Swamp Pike
7.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Swamp Pike
8
Enter roundabout onto East Arcadia Drive
211 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Arcadia Drive
9
Continue on East Arcadia Drive
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Arcadia Drive
10
Turn left onto West Ridge Pike
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Ridge Pike
11
Turn right onto South Limerick Road
34 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Limerick Road
12
Arrive at destination
South Limerick Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 23.5 and 32.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
23.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward PA 73: Boyertown, Gilbertsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 73: Boyertown, Gilbertsville
4
23.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
PA 73 / East Philadelphia Avenue
Turn left onto PA 73 / East Philadelphia Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
32.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
East Arcadia Drive
Enter roundabout onto East Arcadia Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
32.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
West Ridge Pike
Turn left onto West Ridge Pike
Navigation decision point
5
32.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
South Limerick Road
Turn right onto South Limerick Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.40 one way
$10.81 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.32 | $12.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Limerick, PA
Late night in Limerick on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
16 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
57m 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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Your route primarily utilizes Chestnut Street, Swamp Pike, and Route 100, which keeps the scenery changing frequently as you navigate the local landscape. Only about 16% of this trip takes place on highways, so you will spend the bulk of your time on secondary roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 10.9-mile segment on Chestnut Street, which offers a rare moment of consistency before the road profile shifts again. Be prepared for a winding experience that contrasts sharply with the typical high-speed highway slog.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.9 mi on Chestnut Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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 23.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Allentown, PA to Limerick, PA is easy. At 57m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.6 miles (PA 73 / East Philadelphia Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (East Arcadia Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
679 ft
297 ft
Total Climb
481 ft
Total Descent
531 ft
Highest Point
679 ft
~11.6 mi in
Elevation Range
382 ft
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.
On the drive from Allentown, PA to Limerick, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Gilbertsville along the way.
Gilbertsville
23.5 mi in
|
~39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 32.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (16%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.9 miles on Chestnut Street. 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 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.6 miles (PA 73 / East Philadelphia Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (East Arcadia Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, First State National Historical Park and Independence National Historical Park (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 Limerick, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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