Allentown, PA to New Milford, PA is 109.8 miles and takes about 2h 12m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I-81, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, beginning in the Northeast region and ending in the same area. It's a straightforward trip primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. Expect mostly highway driving with a high percentage on well-maintained roads, ideal if you're looking for efficiency. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip with plenty of time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.9 miles from Allentown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Exit 131Toward I 81, US 6, US 11: Clarks Summit, Scranton
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Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
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Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·1 min
Toward Binghamton
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Merge onto I 81
29 mi·33 min·I 81
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward PA 492: New Milford, Lakeside
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Turn left onto PA 492
0.3 mi·30 sec·State Route 492
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Continue on PA 492
0.3 mi·32 sec·Jackson Street
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Turn right onto US 11
135 ft·5 sec·Main Street
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Turn right
36 ft·2 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 12m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart Allentown in the morning to take advantage of good road conditions and daylight. The longest stretch without a major break is 73.5 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before or after this segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, you should have a clear idea of your expenses. Because this is a relatively short and highway-intensive drive, you won't need many stops, allowing for flexibility in your departure time and pace.
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 54.9 miles from Allentown, PA, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.5 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 24 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 miles or 1h 6m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Milford, 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 109.8 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 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 73.5 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 109.8 — 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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78.8 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barr...
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79.1 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Binghamton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Binghamton
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108.8 mi into trip|~2h 10m in
Take the exit toward PA 492: New Milford, Lakeside
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 492: New Milford, Lakeside
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109.8 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|US 11 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 11 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.20 one way
$36.41 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$19.94
$39.87
premium
$4.93
$21.29
$42.59
diesel
$5.61
$24.24
$48.48
Estimated Tolls: $9.55
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(73.5 mi)$9.55
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
$18
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.9
0
$11.53
$5.27
Efficient EV
27.5
0
$9.61
$4.39
EV Truck/SUV
43.9
0
$15.37
$7.03
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Morning
in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph1% chanceLive 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
New Milford, PA
Morning
in New Milford on Sunday
Local time
8:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
30 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
2h 12m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience a significant stretch of 73.5 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a consistent and fast-paced journey. Following that, you'll transition to I-81, maintaining the highway character for the majority of the trip. While the bulk of the drive is on high-speed roadways, keep an eye out for the brief inclusion of Tilghman Street, which might offer a slight change in pace before you rejoin the main arteries. Overall, prepare for an efficient and largely uninterrupted drive on well-traveled highways.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.5 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and I 81. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 109.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 78.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.1 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 New Milford, PA, road signs point toward Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and Binghamton.
Scranton
78 mi in|~1h 32m|via I 476; PATP
Wilkes-Barre
78.8 mi in|~1h 34m
Binghamton
79.1 mi in|~1h 35m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 109.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.55 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 New Milford, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 78.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Milford, PA before heading back.
