Distance Guide
How far is Allentown from Lancaster?
The distance between Allentown, PA and Lancaster, PA is about 58 miles — roughly a 1 hr 3 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
58 mi
Drive time
1 hr 3 min
Midpoint
40.323°, -75.898°
Driving from Allentown to Lancaster
Most drivers cover the 58-mile route in about 1 hr 3 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 29 miles each instead of 58. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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