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Trip from West Mayfield, 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

6h 2m

Distance

314.3 mi

506 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 49m ★
6 AM
6h 2m
8 AM
6h 28m
10 AM
6h 11m
12 PM
6h 8m
3 PM
6h 12m
5 PM
6h 27m
8 PM
5h 54m

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

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borough of Pennsylvania

West Mayfield, PA

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county seat city in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Allentown, PA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 314.3 miles across Pennsylvania, this trip connects West Mayfield to Allentown in approximately 6 hours and 2 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the Pennsylvania Turnpike, William Penn Highway, and the American Legion Memorial Highway. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day journey, though you should budget roughly $52 for fuel to cover the distance. Because both your origin and destination are located within the Northeast region, you will remain within a consistent geographic landscape throughout your transit. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that favors efficiency over exploration, making it a reliable choice for travelers who prioritize reaching their destination quickly. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a visit, the route offers a predictable experience across the state.

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

157.2 miles from West Mayfield, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 54m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 214.2 mi 3h 54m
William Penn Highway 42.8 mi 50m
American Legion Memorial Highway 22.5 mi 27m
I 81 12.7 mi 15m
78th Division Highway 7.6 mi 8m
Tilghman Street 4.9 mi 8m
Big Beaver Boulevard 1.8 mi 2m
Harrisburg Pike 1.1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 214.2 mi, about 3h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on PA 251

0.8 mi · 1 min · 37th Street
2

At end of road, turn left onto PA 18

0.8 mi · 1 min · 4th Avenue
Use the left lane.
3

Continue on PA 18

1.8 mi · 2 min · Big Beaver Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 76
5

Merge onto I 76; PATP

214 mi · 3 hr 54 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
6

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min
Toward I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 54 sec
Toward US 11 North: Harrisburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on US 11

1.1 mi · 2 min · Harrisburg Pike
Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 81 North: Harrisburg
10

Merge onto I 81

13 mi · 15 min · I 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward US 11, US 15: Enola, Marysville
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Toward US 11 North, US 15 North: Marysville
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 32 sec
14

Merge onto I 81

0.7 mi · 1 min · George N. Wade Memorial Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on I 81

3.4 mi · 4 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

19 mi · 22 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 45 sec
Exit 89 Toward I 78 East: Allentown
18

Continue on I 78

7.6 mi · 8 min · 78th Division Highway
19

Continue on I 78; US 22

43 mi · 50 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

To keep your 6-hour journey comfortable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the longest uninterrupted segment is 214.2 miles, you should time your break to coincide with the transition off the Pennsylvania Turnpike to avoid driver fatigue. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to bypass potential traffic spikes and ensure you arrive in Allentown well before the end of the day. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long turnpike stretch, as service areas can be spaced out. By maintaining a steady pace and utilizing that single planned stop, you will find the 314.3-mile distance to be a very manageable day of travel.

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 157.2 miles from West Mayfield, PA, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 214.2 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 69 miles or 1h 18m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 157.2 miles or 2h 54m 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 52m

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 West Mayfield, 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 West Mayfield, PA

This is one driving day of about 314.3 miles and 6h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from West Mayfield, 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 for about 214.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Hollidaysburg, PA, PA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hollidaysburg, PA

157 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

Murrysville, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 157.2 miles from West Mayfield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 214.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

John Anthony's | Restaurant and Lounge

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 44.9

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14127958666

Visit website

Mohan's Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

1.4 mi

Esta Esta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

2 mi

John Anthony's | Restaurant and Lounge

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 44.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14127958666

Visit website

Mohan's Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 44.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+14127933121

Visit website

Esta Esta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 44.9

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4:30–9 pm

+14123724414

Visit website

Eat'n Park

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 44.9

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+14122423700

Visit website

Vickey's Soul Grill | Restaurant & Catering

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30 mile 44.9

Penn Hills Township, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+14125965367

Visit website

Spice Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately mile 224.5

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 2–11 pm

+17176913131

Visit website

Sheetz, Inc. Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 67.4

New Stanton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 67.4

New Stanton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 44.9

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 44.9

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

+18774943833

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 44.9

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 44.9

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 67.4

Hunker, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 44.9

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 308.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in | PA 18 / 4th Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto PA 18 / 4th Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
217.8 mi into trip | ~4h in

Take the exit toward I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg

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 I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg
7
218.6 mi into trip | ~4h 3m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 11 North: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 11 North: Harrisburg
6
233.1 mi into trip | ~4h 22m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 11 North, US 15 North: Marysville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 11 North, US 15 North: Marysville
9
308.2 mi into trip | ~5h 52m 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...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.11 one way

$104.21 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 110 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $57.07 $114.14
premium $4.93 $60.95 $121.91
diesel $5.61 $69.39 $138.79

Estimated Tolls: $27.91

Pennsylvania Turnpike (214.2 mi) $27.84
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

$52

Tolls

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$105–$130

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 110 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 94.3 1 $33.00 $15.09
Efficient EV 78.6 0 $27.50 $12.57
EV Truck/SUV 125.7 1 $44.00 $20.12

Gas CO2

110 kg

EV CO2

37 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 15, 2026

Origin

West Mayfield, PA

Late night in West Mayfield on Sunday

Local time

12:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Allentown, PA

Late night in Allentown on Sunday

Local time

12:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°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

5 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 2m 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.

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 216.8
View on nps.gov
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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 260.1
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free near mile 108.4
View on nps.gov
Fort Necessity National Battlefield

Fort Necessity National Battlefield

National Battlefield

The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal...

24 mi from route ~61 min detour Free near mile 75.9
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

24 mi from route ~61 min detour Free near mile 130.1
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 drive defined by efficiency, with 72% of your time spent on major highways. The backbone of your journey is a significant 214.2-mile stretch along the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which allows for sustained cruising speeds. Outside of this major artery, you will transition onto the William Penn Highway and American Legion Memorial Highway for the remainder of the transit. While the route is largely an interstate grind, the shift between these three primary roads provides just enough variety to keep the drive from feeling entirely uniform. You should prepare for a consistent, high-speed pace that characterizes this corridor, requiring your full attention as you traverse the state from west to east.

72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 214.2 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and William Penn Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near PA 18 / 4th Avenue.

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 16 significant decision points across 314.3 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 0.8 miles (PA 18 / 4th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 217.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 218.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between West Mayfield, PA and Allentown, PA, road signs point toward Harrisburg and Marysville.

Harrisburg

217.8 mi in | ~4h

Marysville

233 mi in | ~4h 21m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 2m. Total distance: 314.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 214.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $27.91 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.

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 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 0.8 miles (PA 18 / 4th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 217.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 218.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Flight 93 National Memorial (5 total within detour distance). 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 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Allentown, 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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