Day trip from Philadelphia to Allentown
Allentown lies 78 km (48 mi) north of Philadelphia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 78 km (48 mi) apart, Allentown is a realistic day trip from Philadelphia: about 1 h 16 min each way by road.
| Philadelphia | Allentown | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.6 million | 120,207 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 107 m (351 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 19019–19255 | 18101–18195 |
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Common questions
How far is Allentown from Philadelphia?
78 km (48 mi) in a straight line, north of Philadelphia; by road roughly 95 km (59 mi).
How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Allentown by road?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Philadelphia and Allentown?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.