How far is Lower Allen, PA from State College, PA?
The driving distance from Lower Allen, PA to State College, PA is about 90.9 miles (146.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.8 miles (102.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 22m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Borough in central Juniata County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lower Allen and State College.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lower Allen and State College.
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Start on Center Drive
1886 ft · 1 min · Center Drive
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Turn right onto Lowther Road
2146 ft · 45 sec · Lowther Road
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Continue on Lowther Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Lowther Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 83 North: Harrisburg
963 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
2371 ft · 37 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Capitol, 2nd Street
1 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Paxton Street
1631 ft · 46 sec · Paxton Street
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Turn left onto South Cameron Street
55 mi · 1 hr 10 min · South Cameron Street
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Keep slight left to continue on US 22 West, US 322 West: Mount Union, State College
24.5 mi · 32 min
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Continue on Boal Avenue
2.5 mi · 4 min · Boal Avenue
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Continue on Boal Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Boal Avenue
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Continue on South Atherton Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · South Atherton Street
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Turn right onto South Allen Street
1.4 km · 3 min · South Allen Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Allen Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lower Allen and State College.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Cameron Street
Turn left onto South Cameron Street
55 mi · 01h 10m
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 Rain Showers leaving Lower Allen and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near State College.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lower Allen to State College?
The road trip is about 90.9 miles (146.3 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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?
Port Royal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.1 miles from Lower Allen and 45.8 miles from State College.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.8 miles (102.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.1 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 3:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.12 one way or $26.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lower Allen and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near State College.
Stop Ideas Near Port Royal
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 Port Royal.
Lewistown
Harrisburg Transportation Center
Huntingdon
Middletown
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lower Allen and State College. Straight-line distance: 63.83 mi (102.73 km).
#1 Lower Allen
Township in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 20,226 |
| Coordinates | 40.2264800, -76.9005300 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| Country | United States |
#2 State College
The largest city in Centre County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 41,366 |
| Coordinates | 40.7933900, -77.8600000 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Allen Street (-77.860134, 40.793288)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $13.12 | $26.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $14.76 | $29.53 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $15.90 | $31.80 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $19.20 | $38.39 |
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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