How far is Allentown, PA from Ransom, PA?
The driving distance from Allentown, PA to Ransom, PA is about 73.2 miles (117.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57 miles (91.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Allentown and Ransom.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allentown and Ransom.
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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
57 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on PA 315 South: Wilkes-Barre
1712 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
1345 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto Oak Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Oak Street
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Turn right onto South Township Boulevard
3108 ft · 1 min · South Township Boulevard
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Turn sharp left onto William Street
1.1 km · 2 min · William Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Coxton Road
3.2 mi · 7 min · Coxton Road
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Continue on Lower Narrows Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Lower Narrows Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lower Narrows Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Allentown and Ransom.
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
57 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Allentown and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ransom.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Allentown to Ransom?
The road trip is about 73.2 miles (117.8 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 36.6 miles from Allentown and 36.6 miles from Ransom.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57 miles (91.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.2 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.54 one way or $21.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Allentown and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Ransom.
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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Paoli
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Allentown and Ransom. Straight-line distance: 56.99 mi (91.71 km).
#1 Allentown
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 121,470 |
| Coordinates | 40.6084300, -75.4901800 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ransom
Township of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,362 |
| Coordinates | 41.3942500, -75.8218600 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ransom (-75.82186, 41.39425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $4.09 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $11.87 | $23.73 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $12.78 | $25.56 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $15.43 | $30.86 |
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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