Allentown to Baltimore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

108.7 miles 175 km · straight line
146.8 miles actual route 236.2 km · driving distance
3h 4min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Allentown from Baltimore?

The distance from Allentown to Baltimore is 108.7 miles (175 km) as the crow flies. Baltimore is located SSW of Allentown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146.8 miles, taking about 3h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Allentown in Pennsylvania and Baltimore in Maryland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Allentown and Baltimore. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Allentown to Baltimore

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 4min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 41min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 55min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Allentown & Baltimore

Quick Facts

Allentown
40.61°N, 75.49°W
America/New_York
103m elevation
Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 229 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM