Allentown to Lancaster, Pennsylvania: Road Trip Guide & Distance

58.3 miles 93.8 km · straight line
75.7 miles estimated 121.9 km · driving distance
1h 31min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Allentown from Lancaster, Pennsylvania?

The distance from Allentown to Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 58.3 miles (93.8 km) as the crow flies. Lancaster, Pennsylvania is located SW of Allentown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 75.7 miles, taking about 1h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 31min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 49min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Allentown & Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Quick Facts

Allentown
40.61°N, 75.49°W
America/New_York
103m elevation
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
40.04°N, 76.31°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 427.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients