Allentown to Upland is 79.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 45 minutes via PA Turnpike Northeast Extension and PA Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive primarily within Pennsylvania, connecting two points in the Northeast region. With a travel time under two hours, it's well-suited for a single-day trip, making it a convenient option for a quick journey between these locations. You'll spend most of your time on major toll roads, so factor in potential tolls in addition to the estimated fuel cost of $13.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.7 miles from Allentown, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
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Toward I 276 West: HarrisburgUse the slight right lane.
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Merge onto I 276; PATP
13 mi·14 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 320Toward PA 29: Phoenixville, MalvernUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn left onto PA 29
1.3 mi·2 min·North Morehall Road
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Turn right onto Swedesford Road
0.3 mi·35 sec·Swedesford Road
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 202 South: West ChesterUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto US 202
7.6 mi·10 min·US 202
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Paoli PikeUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto Paoli Pike
0.5 mi·1 min·Paoli Pike
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Continue on East Gay Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Gay Street
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on East Gay Street
0.2 mi·46 sec·East Gay Street
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Turn left onto US 322 BUS
0.1 mi·28 sec·North High Street
Use the straight lane.
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Turn right onto PA 842
2.3 mi·4 min·West Miner Street
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Continue on PA 842
1.3 mi·2 min·South Creek Road
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Turn right onto PA 842
0.9 mi·1 min·South Bridge Road
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Continue on PA 842
4.6 mi·8 min·Unionville Wawaset Road
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At end of road, turn right onto PA 82; PA 842
0.3 mi·49 sec·West Doe Run Road
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Turn left onto PA 842
2.0 mi·3 min·Clonmell Upland Road
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Arrive at destination
PA 842
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of this 1 hour and 45-minute drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Allentown in the morning or early afternoon will get you to Upland with plenty of daylight remaining. Since the route is primarily on toll highways, be prepared for potential toll charges in addition to the estimated $13 fuel cost. There are no recommended stops in the data, suggesting this is a trip best made in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without exits can be over 36 miles.
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 39.7 miles from Allentown, PA, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.6 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 46m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upland, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Allentown, PA
This is one driving day of about 79.5 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 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 36.6 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 67.8 — 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 right at fork toward I 476 South: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 476 South: Philadelphia
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41.9 mi into trip|~48m in
Take the exit toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 276 West: Harrisburg
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55.8 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 320
Toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
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58.4 mi into trip|~1h 9m in
Take the ramp toward US 202 South: West Chester
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 202 South: West Chester
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67.8 mi into trip|~1h 23m in|US 322 BUS / North High Street
Turn left onto US 322 BUS / North High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.18 one way
$26.36 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$14.44
$28.87
premium
$4.93
$15.42
$30.84
diesel
$5.61
$17.55
$35.11
Estimated Tolls: $6.51
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(50.1 mi)$6.51
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
$13
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.8
0
$8.35
$3.82
Efficient EV
19.9
0
$6.96
$3.18
EV Truck/SUV
31.8
0
$11.13
$5.09
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Allentown, PA
Afternoon
in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
2:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Rain Showers
NW 10 to 15 mph96% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 3:52AM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued April 19 at 1:11AM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Destination
Upland, PA
Afternoon
in Upland on Sunday
Local time
2:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 45m 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.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 71.2
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 43.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 73% of the journey on major roadways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the main Pennsylvania Turnpike. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 36.6 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a consistent pace. Expect a driving experience characterized by smooth, high-speed travel for the majority of the trip, with US 202 serving as a connecting road. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing efficiency and direct travel between your origin and destination.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.5 miles you will encounter 16 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 41.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Upland, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Malvern.
Patp
4.5 mi in|~7m
Malvern
55.8 mi in|~1h 4m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 79.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.51 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.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Upland, 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 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Upland, PA before heading back.
