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Trip from Allentown, PA to Youngsville, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 1m

Distance

279.1 mi

449 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$46

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 48m ★
6 AM
6h 1m
8 AM
6h 27m
10 AM
6h 10m
12 PM
6h 8m
3 PM
6h 12m
5 PM
6h 26m
8 PM
5h 53m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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county seat city in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Allentown, PA

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Downtown Youngsville, PA, PA

Youngsville, PA

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Trip Overview

This 279.1-mile drive from Allentown, PA, to Youngsville, PA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 1 minute to complete. You'll be navigating primarily along the Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and US 219. With an estimated fuel cost of $46, this trip offers a straightforward journey through Pennsylvania's Northeast region. The route is characterized by its numerous turns, suggesting a more local driving experience rather than a purely interstate haul. It's a manageable distance for one day, allowing you to reach your destination without feeling overly rushed.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

139.6 miles from Allentown, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 112.9 mi 2h 1m
William Penn Highway 21.7 mi 26m
US 219 12.3 mi 18m
Locust Gap Highway 11.5 mi 13m
Centre Turnpike 10.6 mi 12m
South Market Street 9.7 mi 11m
Sunbury Road 9.4 mi 11m
Montmorenci Road 8.8 mi 13m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 112.9 mi, about 2h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Allentown, PA and Youngsville, PA.

1

Start on Tilghman Street

5.0 mi · 8 min · Tilghman Street
Use the straight lane.
2

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward US 22 West: Harrisburg
3

Merge onto US 22

0.7 mi · 54 sec · Lehigh Valley Thruway
4

Merge onto I 78; US 22

22 mi · 26 min · William Penn Highway
5

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Exit 29 Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville Use the slight right lane.
6

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 29 Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
7

Merge onto PA 61

2.4 mi · 3 min · Pottsville Pike
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on PA 61

11 mi · 12 min · Centre Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on PA 61

3.0 mi · 3 min · Route 61 South
10

Continue on PA 61

0.3 mi · 18 sec · Pottsville Boulevard
11

Continue on PA 61

0.2 mi · 20 sec · South Claude A. Lord Boulevard
12

Turn left onto US 209

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Mauch Chunk Street
13

At end of road, turn right onto US 209

0.4 mi · 38 sec · South Centre Street
14

Turn left onto US 209

2.3 mi · 4 min · West Market Street
15

Continue on US 209; PA 901

1.8 mi · 2 min · Pottsville Minersville Highway
Use the straight lane.
16

At end of road, turn left onto PA 901

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Sunbury Street
17

Continue on PA 901

9.4 mi · 11 min · Sunbury Road
18

Continue on PA 901

2.2 mi · 2 min · Fairgrounds Road
19

Continue on PA 901

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Locust Gap Highway
20

Continue on PA 54; PA 901

11 mi · 13 min · Locust Gap Highway
21

Continue on PA 54

9.7 mi · 11 min · South Market Street
22

Turn right onto PA 54

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
Use the right lane.
23

Continue on PA 54

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Factory Street
Use the straight lane.
24

Continue on PA 54

3.0 mi · 3 min · Continental Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
26

Merge onto I 80

113 mi · 2 hr 1 min · Keystone Shortway
27

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
28

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 32 sec
29

Turn straight onto PA 153

7.5 mi · 13 min · State Park Road
30

Continue on PA 153

5.0 mi · 8 min · Hoovertown Road
31

Continue on PA 153

3.7 mi · 6 min · Penfield Road
32

At end of road, turn right onto US 219

12 mi · 18 min · US 219
33

Turn right onto PA 948

1.0 mi · 2 min · Montmorenci Avenue
34

Continue on PA 948

8.8 mi · 13 min · Montmorenci Road
35

Continue on PA 948

5.4 mi · 7 min · Highland Road
36

At end of road, turn left onto PA 66

2.7 mi · 3 min · Kane-Russell City Road
37

Take the exit onto PA 948

8.6 mi · 12 min · PA 948
38

Continue on PA 666

2.3 mi · 4 min · PA 666
39

At end of road, turn left onto US 6

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
40

Continue on US 6

4.5 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
41

Continue on US 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
42

Continue on US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
43

Continue on US 6

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Main Street
44

Continue on US 6

1.8 mi · 3 min · Crescent Park
Use the straight lane.
45

Continue on US 6

8.6 mi · 12 min · Warren Bypass
Use the straight lane.
46

Continue on US 6

0.7 mi · 1 min · Youngsville Bypass
47

Turn right onto Railroad Street

0.1 mi · 35 sec · Railroad Street
Use the right lane.
48

At end of road, turn left onto East Main Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · East Main Street
49

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Allentown to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a longest uninterrupted stretch of 112.9 miles on the Keystone Shortway, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. The route's 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll want to stay alert, especially as you navigate between the Keystone Shortway, William Penn Highway, and US 219. The $46 fuel cost is a good estimate, but checking current prices before you leave is always wise.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 139.6 miles from Allentown, PA, or about 2h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.9 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 61 miles or 1h 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 139.6 miles or 2h 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Youngsville, 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 279.1 miles and 6h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Allentown, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 112.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

county seat of Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bellefonte, PA

140 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

Hazleton, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bellefonte, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139.6 miles from Allentown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.9 miles.

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 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 27.5 and 279 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
27.5 mi into trip | ~36m in

Take the exit toward PA 61 North: Pottsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 29 Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
7
27.7 mi into trip | ~36m in

Keep slight right at fork toward PA 61 North: Pottsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 29 Toward PA 61 North: Pottsville
5
28 mi into trip | ~37m in | PA 61 / Pottsville Pike

Merge onto PA 61 / Pottsville Pike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
278.9 mi into trip | ~6h in | Railroad Street

Turn right onto Railroad Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
279 mi into trip | ~6h in | East Main Street

At end of road, turn left onto East Main Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$46.27 one way

$92.54 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 98 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $50.68 $101.36
premium $4.93 $54.13 $108.26
diesel $5.61 $61.62 $123.24

Estimated Tolls: $0.79

Centre Turnpike (10.6 mi) $0.74
Lehigh Valley Thruway (0.7 mi) $0.05

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

$46

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 97.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 83.7 1 $29.31 $13.40
Efficient EV 69.8 0 $24.42 $11.16
EV Truck/SUV 111.6 1 $39.07 $17.86

Gas CO2

98 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 Sunday

Local time

12:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live 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

Youngsville, PA

Late night in Youngsville on Sunday

Local time

12:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

76°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

12 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

6h 1m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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.

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...

21 mi from route ~53 min detour Free near mile 48.1
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the majority of this 279.1-mile journey. While only 13% of the route involves highway driving, you'll encounter a significant portion on the Keystone Shortway, including one stretch of 112.9 miles. This suggests a mix of faster highway segments and more winding, local roads as you progress. The profile indicates a driving experience that requires your attention, with frequent changes in direction and potentially varied road conditions as you transition between main routes.

Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 112.9 mi on Keystone Shortway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 279.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 27.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 28 miles (PA 61 / Pottsville Pike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Youngsville, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Penfield along the way.

Penfield

199.3 mi in | ~3h 52m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 1m. Total distance: 279.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 1m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 112.9 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.79 in tolls one way, starting with Centre 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Youngsville, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 27.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 28 miles (PA 61 / Pottsville Pike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Youngsville, PA before the return drive.

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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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