Origin
Tannersville, PA
Morning in Tannersville on Sunday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tannersville, 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
58m
Distance
41.1 mi
66 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tannersville, PA
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Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
Tannersville to Allentown is 41.1 miles and takes about 58m via PA 33, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within Pennsylvania's Northeast region for its entirety. Expect a fairly direct journey, primarily on highways, making it a convenient option for a quick transit between these two points. Given its short duration and straightforward path, it’s well-suited for a same-day excursion or a simple leg of a larger trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 33 | 23.9 mi | 30m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 10.5 mi | 14m |
| Route 611 | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Tilghman Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| MacArthur Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North 7th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Learn Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Pigeon Way | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
PA 33
— 23.9 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tannersville, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on Learn Road
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Learn Road
2
Turn sharp right onto Pigeon Way
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pigeon Way
3
Continue on Pigeon Way
76 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pigeon Way
4
Turn left onto PA 611
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 611
5
Continue on PA 611
350 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 9th Street
6
Take the ramp
196 ft
·
5 sec
7
Continue on PA 33
24 mi
·
30 min
·
PA 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 22
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward PA 145
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
177 ft
·
8 sec
Toward PA 145 South
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto PA 145
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
MacArthur Road
13
Continue on PA 145
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
MacArthur Road
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on PA 145
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
North 7th Street
15
Turn right onto Tilghman Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tilghman Street
16
Arrive at destination
Tilghman Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.5 miles from Tannersville, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 39.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pigeon Way
Turn sharp right onto Pigeon Way
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
27.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 22 West: Bethlehem, Allentown
6
38.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward PA 145
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 145
8
39.1 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 145 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward PA 145 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.81 one way
$13.63 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.07 | $18.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(10.5 mi)
$0.74
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.97 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Morning in Allentown on Sunday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Belfast, PA
21 mi in
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
22 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
58m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the route utilizing major roads. You'll experience a substantial stretch of 23.9 miles on PA 33, offering a consistent pace. While the primary roads are highways, the overall profile suggests a blend that may include some sections that feel less like an interstate and more like a high-speed parkway. The journey is designed for efficient travel, minimizing complex turns or slower local road segments.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.9 mi on PA 33.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 33 and Lehigh Valley Thruway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Pigeon Way.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (Pigeon Way): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 41.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.9 miles on PA 33. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.74 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.
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 0.2 miles (Pigeon Way): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 27.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. 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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