Origin
Forty Fort, PA
Afternoon in Forty Fort on Sunday
Local time
12:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forty Fort, PA to Allentown, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
62.8 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forty Fort, PA
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Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
This 62.8-mile drive from Forty Fort to Allentown, Pennsylvania, is a straightforward 1-hour-and-6-minute journey that's perfect for a single day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, it's an economical option for exploring between the Northeast regions of PA. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Wyoming Avenue, Welles Street, and Rutter Avenue, offering a more connected feel to the communities you pass through. Given its short duration and minimal fuel expense, this trip is easily manageable without the need for an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 47.8 mi | 52m |
| PA 115 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Tilghman Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| PA 309 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Welles Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Rutter Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Wyoming Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 47.8 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forty Fort, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on this road
96 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 11
313 ft
·
10 sec
·
Wyoming Avenue
3
Turn left onto Welles Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Welles Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on Rutter Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Rutter Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
6
Merge onto PA 309
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 309
7
Continue on PA 115
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
PA 115
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward PATP
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward PATP
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
11
Merge onto I 476; PATP
48 mi
·
52 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 56
Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
13
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 22 East: Allentown
14
Merge onto US 22
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward PA 309 South: Quakertown
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto PA 309
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
PA 309
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Tilghman Street East
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto Tilghman Street
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Tilghman Street
19
Arrive at destination
Tilghman Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Forty Fort, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 59 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 11 / Wyoming Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 11 / Wyoming Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
8.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PATP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward PATP
6
57.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 56
Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisbu...
6
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward PA 309 South: Quakertown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 309 South: Quakertown
6
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward Tilghman Street East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Tilghman Street East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.41 one way
$20.82 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.40 | $22.81 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.18 | $24.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.87 | $27.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.22
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(47.8 mi)
$6.22
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$6
Total
$17
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Allentown, PA
Afternoon in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
12:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
24 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
1h 18m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 62.8-mile route, as there's no highway share. This means you'll be navigating through towns and villages for the full 1 hour and 6 minutes. Without any significant stretches of uninterrupted driving, the pace will be dictated by local traffic and signals. The character of the road remains consistent, focusing on local connectivity rather than high-speed travel, making it a more engaging, albeit slower, experience for those who prefer to feel more connected to the landscape.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and PA 115. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 11 / Wyoming Avenue.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.8 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: near the start (US 11 / Wyoming Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 8.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 57.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Forty Fort, PA and Allentown, PA, road signs point toward Patp, Harrisburg and Tilghman Street East.
Patp
8.4 mi in
|
~14m
Harrisburg
57.1 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Tilghman Street East
59 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 62.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.22 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 Allentown, 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: near the start (US 11 / Wyoming Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 8.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 57.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Allentown, PA before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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