Origin
Millersburg, PA
Afternoon in Millersburg on Sunday
Local time
2:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Millersburg, 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
2h 5m
Distance
88.5 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Millersburg, PA
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Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Millersburg to Allentown, expect a 100.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes to complete. This trip is ideally suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is manageable enough that you won't need to plan for an overnight stay. You can anticipate spending roughly $16 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for your itinerary. Because the entire route stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the drive. Since there are no designated stops scheduled in the data, the trip remains straightforward and efficient. Overall, this is a practical route for those who prefer navigating local roads over the monotony of major interstates.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.3 miles from Millersburg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 38 mi | 45m |
| West Main Street | 21.7 mi | 33m |
| Route 209 | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| Tilghman Street | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Lancaster Avenue | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Bethel Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| South Tremont Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| I 81 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 38 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Millersburg, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on US 209
130 ft
·
7 sec
·
Market Square
2
Turn left onto PA 147
172 ft
·
8 sec
·
Market Street
3
Turn left onto US 209
247 ft
·
4 sec
·
Market Square
4
Turn right onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Union Street
5
Continue on US 209
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
6
Continue on US 209
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Route 209
7
Continue on US 209
22 mi
·
33 min
·
West Main Street
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
9
Merge onto I 81
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward PA 125: Ravine
11
Turn right onto Molleystown Road
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Molleystown Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto PA 125
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Tremont Road
13
Continue on PA 125
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Tulpehocken Street
14
Turn left onto PA 895
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
East Wood Street
15
Continue on PA 895
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Rock Road
16
Turn right onto PA 501
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Bethel Road
17
Continue on PA 501
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
Use the left lane.
19
Merge onto I 78; US 22
38 mi
·
45 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
Exit 51
Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Use the slight right lane.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Cetronia
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn straight onto Tilghman Street
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Tilghman Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Arrive at destination
Tilghman Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because the route is entirely local and turn-heavy, it is wise to start your drive during daylight hours to better navigate the frequent turns. You won't need to worry about complex fuel planning, but setting aside $16 for gas will keep your budget on track. Given that there are no formal stops listed, make sure you are fueled up and ready before you head out from Millersburg. Use the lack of highway miles to your advantage by pacing yourself, as the local roads require a more cautious and observant driving style compared to a typical interstate sprint.
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 44.3 miles from Millersburg, PA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 19 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.3 miles or 1h 10m 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 47m
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 Millersburg, 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 Millersburg, PA
This is one driving day of about 88.5 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Millersburg, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on William Penn Highway for about 38 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from Millersburg, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 83.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 209 / Market Square
Turn left onto US 209 / Market Square
Navigation decision point
9
44.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
5
44.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
I 78; US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge onto I 78; US 22 / William Penn Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
82.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51
Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI A...
6
83.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward Cetronia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Cetronia
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.67 one way
$29.34 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.07 | $32.14 |
| premium | $4.93 | $17.16 | $34.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.54 | $39.08 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.07
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(1 mi)
$0.07
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
$15
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.29 | $4.25 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.39 | $5.66 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
2:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Tremont, PA
44 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
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
2h 5m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 42.7
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a highway-focused journey, this route features a 0% highway share, relying entirely on local corridors like Market Street, Market Square, and Union Street. You will not find any long, straight stretches here, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Market Street. This configuration ensures that the drive remains engaging and requires frequent adjustments rather than cruise-control travel. Expect the road to shift constantly as you navigate the local infrastructure, offering a driving experience defined by its technical nature rather than high-speed transit.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38 mi on William Penn Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.1 miles in near US 209 / Market Square.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 88.5 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 0.1 miles (US 209 / Market Square): Navigation decision point; at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.4 miles (I 78; US 22 / William Penn Highway): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Millersburg, PA and Allentown, PA, road signs point toward Lvi Airport and Cetronia.
Lvi Airport
82.4 mi in
|
~1h 56m
|
via US 22
Cetronia
83.4 mi in
|
~1h 57m
About the Cities
Starting in Millersburg, PA
Full guide →Millersburg is a borough in the Harrisburg area of Pennsylvania.in dauphin county
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 88.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38 miles on William Penn Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.07 in tolls one way, starting with Lehigh Valley Thruway. 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 209 / Market Square): Navigation decision point; at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.4 miles (I 78; US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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