Allentown to Pennside is 37.2 miles and takes about 57 minutes via West Hamilton Boulevard and US 222, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, making it a straightforward local trip. Expect a route with frequent turns as you navigate through familiar northeastern territory. Given its short duration, this journey is ideal for a single day, allowing for a relaxed pace.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
West Hamilton Boulevard
6 mi
8m
US 222
5.9 mi
7m
Friedensburg Road
5.6 mi
9m
Memorial Highway
4.9 mi
7m
Kutztown Road
3.8 mi
5m
Hamilton Boulevard
3.1 mi
4m
Moselem Spring Road
2.2 mi
3m
Tilghman Street
2.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
West Hamilton Boulevard
— 6 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Pennside, PA.
1
Start on Tilghman Street
2.1 mi·3 min·Tilghman Street
2
Turn left onto North Cedar Crest Boulevard
1.0 mi·1 min·North Cedar Crest Boulevard
3
Turn right onto PA 222
0.4 mi·43 sec·Hamilton Boulevard Bypass
4
Continue on PA 222
6.0 mi·8 min·West Hamilton Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 222
0.4 mi·32 sec·Trexlertown Bypass
6
Continue on US 222
2.5 mi·3 min·Hamilton Boulevard
7
Enter roundabout onto US 222
129 ft·1 sec·Hamilton Boulevard
8
Continue on US 222
0.6 mi·50 sec·Hamilton Boulevard
9
Continue on US 222
3.8 mi·5 min·Kutztown Road
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
5.9 mi·7 min·US 222
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto PA 662
252 ft·3 sec·Moselem Spring Road
12
Continue on PA 662
2.1 mi·3 min·Moselem Spring Road
13
Continue on PA 662
0.4 mi·48 sec·North Franklin Street
14
Turn right onto PA 662
0.1 mi·22 sec·West Main Street
15
Turn left onto PA 662
0.4 mi·56 sec·South Richmond Street
16
Continue on PA 662
0.1 mi·11 sec·Memorial Highway
17
Continue on PA 662
3.6 mi·5 min·Memorial Highway
18
Turn right onto Oley Road
0.2 mi·19 sec·Oley Road
19
Enter roundabout onto PA 73
180 ft·3 sec·Blandon Road
20
Continue on PA 73
347 ft·5 sec·Blandon Road
21
Continue on PA 73; PA 662
1.2 mi·1 min·Memorial Highway
22
Turn right onto Friedensburg Road
5.0 mi·8 min·Friedensburg Road
23
Keep slight right at fork onto Friedensburg Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Friedensburg Road
24
Turn left onto Melrose Avenue
301 ft·15 sec·Melrose Avenue
25
Turn right onto Carsonia Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Carsonia Avenue
26
Turn left onto Harvey Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Harvey Avenue
27
Turn right onto Brighton Avenue
183 ft·8 sec·Brighton Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
Brighton Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 18.6 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.4 and 37.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
12.4 mi into trip|~18m in|US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
16.9 mi into trip|~25m in|US 222
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
22.7 mi into trip|~32m in|PA 662 / Moselem Spring Road
Enter roundabout onto PA 662 / Moselem Spring Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
29.7 mi into trip|~44m in|PA 73 / Blandon Road
Enter roundabout onto PA 73 / Blandon Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
37.2 mi into trip|~57m in|Brighton Avenue
Turn right onto Brighton Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.17 one way
$12.33 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg13 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$6.75
$13.51
premium
$4.93
$7.21
$14.43
diesel
$5.61
$8.21
$16.43
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
11.2
0
$3.91
$1.79
Efficient EV
9.3
0
$3.26
$1.49
EV Truck/SUV
14.9
0
$5.21
$2.38
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
5:48 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
Pennside, PA
Late night
in Pennside on Tuesday
Local time
5:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
23 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
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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be making numerous directional changes rather than cruising on a long, straight highway. With only 16% of the journey on highways, most of your time will be spent on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6 miles along West Hamilton Boulevard. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6 mi on West Hamilton Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.4 miles in near US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard.
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 37.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 12.4 miles (US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.9 miles (US 222): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (PA 662 / Moselem Spring Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 37.2 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.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6 miles on West Hamilton Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Pennside, 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 12.4 miles (US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.9 miles (US 222): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (PA 662 / Moselem Spring Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park and Appalachian National Scenic Trail. 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 Pennside, PA before heading back.
