How far is Pennsburg, PA from Allentown, PA?
The driving distance from Pennsburg, PA to Allentown, PA is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15 miles (24.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Borough of Pennsylvania
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pennsburg and Allentown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsburg and Allentown.
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Start on Main Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Continue on Gravel Pike
3.8 mi · 7 min · Gravel Pike
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Turn right onto Chestnut Street
6.6 mi · 12 min · Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto South Cedar Crest Boulevard
5.2 mi · 9 min · South Cedar Crest Boulevard
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Turn right onto Tilghman Street
2.1 mi · 3 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 Pennsburg and Allentown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Chestnut Street
Turn right onto Chestnut Street
6.63 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers leaving Pennsburg and Rain Showers Likely near Allentown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pennsburg to Allentown?
The road trip is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Macungie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.6 miles from Pennsburg and 15.5 miles from Allentown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15 miles (24.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.64 one way or $7.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Pennsburg and Rain Showers Likely near Allentown.
Stop Ideas Near Macungie
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 Macungie.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pennsburg and Allentown. Straight-line distance: 15.03 mi (24.19 km).
#1 Pennsburg
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 3,853 |
| Coordinates | 40.3909300, -75.4921200 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| 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: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $3.64 | $7.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.09 | $8.19 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
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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