Origin
Woodward, PA
Evening in Woodward on Tuesday
Local time
5:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodward, PA to Allentown, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 48m
Distance
122.2 mi
197 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 37m
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6 AM
2h 48m
8 AM
3h 10m
10 AM
2h 56m
12 PM
2h 53m
3 PM
2h 57m
5 PM
3h 9m
8 PM
2h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodward, PA
Flavien Marc Dechoz
Allentown, PA
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Trip Overview
This 122.2-mile drive from Woodward, PA, to Allentown, PA, is perfectly suited for a single day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 48 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily via the William Penn Highway and State Route 54, with some sections on Old Turnpike Road. With a fuel cost estimated at around $20, this journey offers a straightforward and manageable travel experience. The route is characterized by its numerous turns, suggesting a local feel rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Planning for one stop should be sufficient for this relatively short distance, allowing for a relaxed pace. Both your origin and destination are located within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, keeping the travel geographically focused.
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
61.1 miles from Woodward, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 21.6 mi | 26m |
| State Route 54 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| Old Turnpike Road | 10.8 mi | 16m |
| Center Avenue | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| State Street | 10 mi | 11m |
| Sunbury Road | 9.4 mi | 11m |
| Furnace Road | 8.8 mi | 14m |
| Westbranch Highway | 6.4 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 21.6 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodward, PA and Allentown, PA.
1
Start on PA 45
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Mountain Avenue
2
Continue on PA 45
3.1 mi
·
4 min
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Penns Valley Road
3
Continue on PA 45
6.3 mi
·
9 min
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Old Turnpike Road
4
Continue on PA 45
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
5
Continue on PA 45
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Turnpike Road
6
Continue on PA 45
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Chestnut Street
7
Turn right onto PA 304
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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4th Street
8
Turn left onto Maple Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Maple Street
9
Continue on Furnace Road
8.8 mi
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14 min
·
Furnace Road
10
Turn right onto US 15
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Westbranch Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 61 South: Sunbury
12
Continue on PA 61; PA 147
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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PA 61; PA 147
13
Turn right onto PA 61
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Market Street
14
Continue on PA 61
10 mi
·
11 min
·
State Street
15
Turn left onto PA 487
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
PA 487
16
Turn right onto PA 54
1.5 mi
·
1 min
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South Market Street
17
Continue on PA 54
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 54
18
Continue on PA 901
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
19
Continue on PA 901
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
20
Continue on PA 901
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Sunbury Road
21
Continue on PA 901
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Street
22
Turn right onto PA 901
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Pottsville Minersville Highway
23
Turn right onto PA 901
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Gordon Nagle Trail
24
Continue on PA 901
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Sillyman Street
25
Turn left onto PA 183
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Street
26
Turn right onto PA 61
493 ft
·
6 sec
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Route 61 South
27
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Center Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Continue on PA 61
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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Centre Street
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
30
Merge onto I 78; US 22
22 mi
·
26 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight lane.
31
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.
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Cetronia
Use the slight right lane.
33
Turn straight onto Tilghman Street
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Tilghman Street
Use the straight lane.
34
Arrive at destination
Tilghman Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 48-minute duration and 122.2-mile distance, this trip is best tackled in one day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow ample time for your single planned stop. The estimated fuel cost of $20 is quite reasonable, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially before heading into any longer stretches between potential services. Since the longest stretch is 21.6 miles, ensure you're fueled up before you begin that segment. The turn-heavy nature of the drive means staying alert and consulting your navigation frequently will be key to a smooth journey.
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 61.1 miles from Woodward, PA, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.6 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 27 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.1 miles or 1h 26m 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 18m
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 Woodward, 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 Woodward, PA
This is one driving day of about 122.2 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Woodward, 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 William Penn Highway for about 21.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.1 miles from Woodward, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 26.7 and 117.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
26.7 mi into trip
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~42m in
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US 15 / Westbranch Highway
Turn right onto US 15 / Westbranch Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
94.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
5
94.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
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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
116.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m 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
117.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m 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
$19.94 one way
$39.87 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.56 | $21.92 | $43.85 |
| premium | $4.86 | $23.40 | $46.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.98 | $53.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.82
Old Turnpike Road
(10.8 mi)
$0.75
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
$20
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.83 | $5.87 |
| Efficient EV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.69 | $4.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.11 | $7.82 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Evening in Allentown on Tuesday
Local time
5:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
17 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 48m 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...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
Free
near mile 80.1
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, which means you'll be engaging with the road more actively than on a typical highway. Only 21% of the journey is on highways, so be prepared for a more intimate connection with the Pennsylvania landscape. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.6 miles along the William Penn Highway. This suggests a route that prioritizes local connectivity and perhaps passes through smaller towns and varied terrain, rather than a monotonous, straight-line journey. The character of the drive will likely evolve as you transition between different local roads and the limited highway segments.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.6 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 26.7 miles in near US 15 / Westbranch Highway.
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 15 significant decision points across 122.2 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 26.7 miles (US 15 / Westbranch Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 94.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.5 miles (I 78; US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Woodward, PA
Full guide →Arriving in Allentown, PA
Full guide →Allentown is the largest city in the Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania, the county seat and largest city in Lehigh County, and the third-largest city in Pennsylvania after Philadelphia and Pittsburgh with a population of 125,845 as of 2020.
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 48m. Total distance: 122.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.6 miles on William Penn Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.82 in tolls one way, starting with Old Turnpike Road. 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 26.7 miles (US 15 / Westbranch Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 94.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.5 miles (I 78; US 22 / William Penn Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail. 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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