Traveling from Hollenback to Allentown covers 103.9 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 6 minutes. Since this trip is well within the range of a single day, you can easily complete the journey without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel for the trip, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. You will be traveling entirely within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, moving from the rural character of Hollenback toward the more developed Allentown area. Because this route avoids highways entirely, it serves as a straightforward, one-day connection for those who prefer local roads over high-speed transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
52.2 miles from Hollenback, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Exit 56Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
16
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward US 22 East: Allentown
17
Merge onto US 22
0.3 mi·27 sec·Lehigh Valley Thruway
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward PA 309 South: QuakertownUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto PA 309
0.5 mi·43 sec·PA 309
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward Tilghman Street EastUse the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn straight onto Tilghman Street
3.6 mi·5 min·Tilghman Street
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Arrive at destination
Tilghman Street
Trip Plan
Because this route relies on local roads, flexibility is your greatest advantage; there are no major highway bottlenecks, but you should still account for the extra time required for non-highway travel. Since there are zero formal stops scheduled, plan your own breaks ahead of time to stretch your legs during the 2-hour and 6-minute drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Hollenback, as finding a station is easier when you plan for that $17 estimated cost early. A helpful tip for this specific path: verify your GPS settings to ensure it prioritizes these local roads, as navigation systems often try to redirect you toward larger highways.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 52.2 miles from Hollenback, PA, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.8 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 23 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.2 miles or 1h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Allentown, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hollenback, 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 Hollenback, PA
This is one driving day of about 104.5 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Hollenback, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 47.8 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 50.4 and 100.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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50.4 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PATP
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward PATP
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50.5 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
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98.7 mi into trip|~2h 24m 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...
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99.7 mi into trip|~2h 26m 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
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100.7 mi into trip|~2h 28m 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
$17.32 one way
$34.65 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$18.97
$37.95
premium
$4.93
$20.27
$40.53
diesel
$5.61
$23.07
$46.14
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.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.3
0
$10.97
$5.02
Efficient EV
26.1
0
$9.14
$4.18
EV Truck/SUV
41.8
0
$14.63
$6.69
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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 15, 2026
Origin
Hollenback, PA
Late night
in Hollenback on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Allentown, PA
Late night
in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Dallas, PA
52 mi in
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
2 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
2h 34m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on secondary connectors like State Route 4010, Sugar Hollow Road, and State Route 3003. These roads demand your full attention as you navigate through the regional landscape. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the winding nature of the path keeps the drive active and engaging. Be prepared to shift gears frequently as you transition between these local routes throughout the 103.9-mile journey.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 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?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Tunkhannock Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.4 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 104.5 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 50.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 50.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 98.7 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.
Between Hollenback, PA and Allentown, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Harrisburg.
Patp
50 mi in|~1h 30m
Harrisburg
98.7 mi in|~2h 24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 34m. Total distance: 104.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). 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.
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.
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 50.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 50.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 98.7 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.
