How far is Allentown, PA from Chinchilla, PA?
The driving distance from Allentown, PA to Chinchilla, PA is about 77.4 miles (124.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Chance Light Rain then Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Allentown and Chinchilla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown and Chinchilla.
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Start on Tilghman Street
4.5 mi · 7 min · Tilghman Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 476, PATP
1969 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 476 North: Scranton
2250 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
64.5 mi · 1 hr 14 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward Old Forge, Taylor
1106 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Union Street
149 m · 11 sec · Union Street
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Turn right onto South Keyser Avenue
4.7 mi · 7 min · South Keyser Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward US 11 North
1250 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Scranton Expressway
2730 ft · 51 sec · North Scranton Expressway
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Continue on Northern Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · Northern Boulevard
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Turn right onto Scott Road
3226 ft · 1 min · Scott Road
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Turn left onto Robinson Street
566 ft · 25 sec · Robinson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Robinson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Allentown and Chinchilla.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
64.5 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Light Rain leaving Allentown and Chance Light Rain then Rain Showers Likely near Chinchilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Allentown to Chinchilla?
The road trip is about 77.4 miles (124.6 km) and usually takes 01h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
East Side is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.7 miles from Allentown and 38.7 miles from Chinchilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:16 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.97 one way or $23.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Allentown and Chance Light Rain then Rain Showers Likely near Chinchilla.
Stop Ideas Near East Side
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East Side.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Allentown and Chinchilla. Straight-line distance: 60.66 mi (97.63 km).
#1 Allentown
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 121,470 |
| Coordinates | 40.6084300, -75.4901800 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chinchilla
Situated in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, this census-designated place lies immediately north of the city of Scranton.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.4750800, -75.6771300 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chinchilla (-75.67713, 41.47508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.39 | $11.97 | $23.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.81 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $14.36 | $28.71 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $17.94 | $35.89 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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