How far is Camp Hill, PA from Allentown, PA?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and directions for your journey from Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, to Allentown, Pennsylvania. The distance is approximately 88.5 miles (142.4 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Directions
- Head east on Market St toward S 21st St, passing by Valvoline Instant Oil Change on the right in 0.5 miles.
- Use the left lane to turn left after KFC (on the right).
- Take I-81 N and I-78 E to PA-145 S/MacArthur Rd in Fullerton. Take the PA-145/MacArthur Rd exit from US-22 E.
- Keep left to stay on I-83 N, following signs for Interstate 81/US 322 W/Hazleton/State College.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 51 B to merge onto I-81 N toward I-78/Hazleton/Allentown.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 89 for Interstate 78 E toward Allentown.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on US-22 E, following signs for I-476/PA-309 N/PA Turnpike/LVI Airport.
- Take the PA-145/MacArthur Rd exit toward 7th Street.
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Allentown, and merge onto PA-145 S/MacArthur Rd.
- Follow PA-145 S to Hamilton St in Allentown.
- Merge onto PA-145 S/MacArthur Rd and continue to follow PA-145 S, passing by Wells Fargo Bank on the right in 1 mile.
- Turn left onto Hamilton St in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance and check for any potential road closures or traffic conditions to choose the best route.
- 🛣️ Consider taking I-78 E for a faster route to Allentown.
- ⛽ Make sure to fuel up your vehicle before embarking on the journey to avoid unnecessary stops.
- 🚧 Be prepared for road signs and follow the directions carefully to stay on the right path.
- 🚘 Take regular breaks during the journey to stay fresh and alert.
- 🗺️ Keep a GPS or map handy in case you need to navigate through any unexpected detours.
- 📱 Don't forget to charge your phone or have a car charger available for emergency communication and navigation.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Camp Hill and Allentown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camp Hill and Allentown.
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Start on the route
9 m · 4 sec
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Turn left onto South 21st Street
20 m · 8 sec · South 21st Street
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Turn right onto Market Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Market Street
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Continue on Carlisle Pike
1010 ft · 37 sec · Carlisle Pike
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Continue on Market Street
1972 ft · 35 sec · Market Street
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Turn right onto Market Street Bridge
1.4 mi · 3 min · Market Street Bridge
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Turn left onto North Cameron Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · North Cameron Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South, I 81 North, US 322 East: Carlisle, Hazleton, Allentown
1003 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81 North, US 322 East: Hazleton, Allentown
2731 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on American Legion Memorial Highway
19.1 mi · 23 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 78 East: Allentown
1.1 km · 45 sec
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Continue on 78th Division Highway
7.6 mi · 9 min · 78th Division Highway
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Continue on William Penn Highway
42.8 mi · 51 min · William Penn Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Lehigh Valley Thruway
1.5 km · 1 min · Lehigh Valley Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward Cetronia
1053 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto Tilghman Street
4.9 mi · 8 min · Tilghman Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tilghman Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Camp Hill and Allentown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
William Penn Highway
Continue on William Penn Highway
42.8 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Camp Hill and Mostly Sunny near Allentown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Camp Hill to Allentown?
The road trip is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Hamlin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from Camp Hill and 42.6 miles from Allentown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.4 miles (127.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.22 one way or $24.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Camp Hill and Mostly Sunny near Allentown.
Stop Ideas Near Hamlin
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 Hamlin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Camp Hill and Allentown. Straight-line distance: 79.4 mi (127.78 km).
#1 Camp Hill
Town in Pennsylvania, United Staes of America
| Population | 7,919 |
| Coordinates | 40.2398100, -76.9199700 |
| Altitude | 135 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Allentown
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 121,470 |
| Coordinates | 40.6084300, -75.4901800 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tilghman Street (-75.490007, 40.608068)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 136 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $12.22 | $24.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.75 | $27.50 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $14.81 | $29.62 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $17.88 | $35.76 |
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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