How far is Upland, PA from Allentown, PA?
The driving distance from Upland, PA to Allentown, PA is about 84.2 miles (135.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 11m 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 35m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Upland and Allentown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upland and Allentown.
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Start on Clonmell Upland Road
2 mi · 3 min · Clonmell Upland Road
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Turn right onto West Doe Run Road
1271 ft · 44 sec · West Doe Run Road
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Turn left onto Embreeville Road
4 mi · 7 min · Embreeville Road
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Continue on Telegraph Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Telegraph Road
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Turn slight right onto West Strasburg Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Strasburg Road
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Turn left onto Sugars Bridge Road
2685 ft · 1 min · Sugars Bridge Road
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Turn left onto Sugars Bridge Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Sugars Bridge Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Downingtown Pike
2.3 mi · 3 min · Downingtown Pike
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Continue on Brandywine Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Brandywine Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Wallace Avenue
3071 ft · 2 min · Wallace Avenue
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Continue on Creek Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Creek Road
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Turn right onto Dowlin Forge Road
2107 ft · 54 sec · Dowlin Forge Road
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Continue on Shelmire Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Shelmire Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Dorlan Mill Road
1 km · 1 min · Dorlan Mill Road
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Turn left onto Moore Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Moore Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Park Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Park Road
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Turn left onto Pottstown Pike
20.2 mi · 32 min · Pottstown Pike
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Continue straight
891 ft · 17 sec
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Continue straight
14.6 mi · 25 min
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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 Upland 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.
Pottstown Pike
Turn left onto Pottstown Pike
20.2 mi · 00h 32m
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 Upland 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 Upland to Allentown?
The road trip is about 84.2 miles (135.5 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?
South Pottstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.7 miles from Upland and 53.6 miles from Allentown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.1 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 3:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.14 one way or $24.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Upland and Mostly Sunny near Allentown.
Stop Ideas Near South Pottstown
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 South Pottstown.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Upland and Allentown. Straight-line distance: 52.08 mi (83.82 km).
#1 Upland
Borough in Delaware County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 3,347 |
| Coordinates | 39.8865000, -75.7743900 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| 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 |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $12.14 | $24.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.66 | $27.32 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $14.71 | $29.43 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $17.76 | $35.52 |
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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