Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
54.9 mi
88 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Saw Creek, PA
Kevin O'Toole
Allentown to Saw Creek is 54.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 27 minutes via PA-33 and US 209, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a relatively short drive that's convenient for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate through well-maintained state and US highways, making it a straightforward journey. Consider this route if you're looking for a quick and easy connection between these two points without significant travel time.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA-33 | 21.2 mi | 26m |
| US 209 | 11.5 mi | 18m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| Milford Road | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| Winona Falls Road | 2.7 mi | 9m |
| Tilghman Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Airport Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Union Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Saw Creek, PA.
Start on Tilghman Street
Continue on Union Boulevard
Turn left onto Airport Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 22
Take the exit
Merge onto PA 33
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209
Take the exit onto US 209
Enter roundabout onto US 209
Continue on US 209
Continue on US 209
Turn left onto Winona Falls Road
Continue on Decker Road
Turn right onto Woodbridge Drive East
Turn left onto Keswick Avenue
Turn left onto Crewe Court
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.4 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 42.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward US 22 East: Bethlehem
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto PA 33 / PA-33
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209 toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 209 toward US 209 north , PA 447 north: Marshalls Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$9.10 one way
$18.20 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.97 | $19.94 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.65 | $21.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.12 | $24.24 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Saw Creek on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
66°F
Bangor, PA
27 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive presents a mixed profile, with 59% of the route utilizing highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 21.2 miles on PA-33, which offers a more continuous, higher-speed driving experience. As you transition to US 209 and the Lehigh Valley Thruway, the character may shift, potentially incorporating more local traffic and varied speed limits. Expect a blend of efficient highway travel and sections that feel more connected to the surrounding landscape, providing a dynamic driving experience.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in.
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 54.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles (PA 33 / PA-33): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 54.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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