Origin
Bethlehem, PA
Night in Bethlehem on Sunday
Local time
9:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethlehem, PA to Tunkhannock, PA
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
92.6 mi
149 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 0m
★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethlehem, PA
Phuc Tran
Tunkhannock, PA
Jack Pace
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Bethlehem to Tunkhannock, expect a straightforward journey spanning 92.6 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 2 hours and 8 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion. Budget roughly $15 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast Pennsylvania towns. Because the drive is relatively short, there is no need to split this into an overnight trip unless you prefer a slower pace. The route is primarily highway-focused, ensuring a reliable transit time regardless of your departure schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Bethlehem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive that transitions from high-speed transit to local navigation, with 62% of your time spent on highways. You will spend the bulk of your journey on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which features a long, uninterrupted 47.7-mile stretch that allows for steady cruising. As you move toward Tunkhannock, the route shifts onto PA 309 and the Tunkhannock Highway, changing the pace as you exit the main arteries. This combination creates a functional drive that trades technical, winding roads for efficient, direct travel. You will find that the character of the road evolves from the busy turnpike environment into the more regional feel of the Tunkhannock Highway approach.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 47.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Tunkhannock Highway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Union Boulevard.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Union Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Union Boulevard
Turn right onto East Union Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
11.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the ramp toward I 476, PATP
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 476, PATP
7
11.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 North: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 476 North: Scranton
5
12.2 mi into trip
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~21m in
|
I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 105
Toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
Towns Along This Route
Between Bethlehem, PA and Tunkhannock, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Bear Creek.
Patp
11.4 mi in
|
~19m
Bear Creek
59.9 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 47.7 mi | 52m |
| Tunkhannock Highway | 15.7 mi | 25m |
| PA 309 | 9.9 mi | 16m |
| Tilghman Street | 6.4 mi | 10m |
| East Union Boulevard | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Bear Creek Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Hunter Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Bridge Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
— 47.7 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Tunkhannock, PA.
1
Start on Linden Street
367 ft
·
13 sec
·
Linden Street
2
Turn right onto East Union Boulevard
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
East Union Boulevard
3
Continue on Tilghman Street
6.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Tilghman Street
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 476, PATP
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 476 North: Scranton
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 476; PATP
48 mi
·
52 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 105
Toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
8
Turn left onto PA 115
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Bear Creek Boulevard
9
Continue on PA 309
9.8 mi
·
16 min
·
PA 309
10
Take the exit onto PA 309
509 ft
·
12 sec
·
PA 309
11
Merge onto PA 309
16 mi
·
24 min
·
Tunkhannock Highway
12
Continue on PA 29
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Highway
13
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tunkhannock Highway
14
Continue on PA 29
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Arrive at destination
PA 29
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 92.6-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to hit the road outside of peak traffic hours to make the most of the turnpike portion of your journey. With no mandatory stops required, you can easily drive the entire distance in one go, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise before hitting the highway. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your payment method for the turnpike is ready before you merge, as the 47.7-mile primary stretch requires consistent flow. Enjoy the simplicity of this short trip and focus on the transition from the Northeast region's main corridors to your final destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.3 miles from Bethlehem, PA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tunkhannock, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bethlehem, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bethlehem, PA
This is one driving day of about 92.6 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bethlehem, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 47.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.3 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.3 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tunkhannock, PA
The final approach into Tunkhannock, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Tunkhannock, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.32 one way
$30.65 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.77 | $33.53 |
| premium | $4.92 | $17.94 | $35.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.57 | $41.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.20
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(47.7 mi)
$6.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.72 | $4.44 |
| Efficient EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.10 | $3.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37 | 0 | $12.96 | $5.93 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tunkhannock, PA
Night in Tunkhannock on Sunday
Local time
9:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
46 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 8m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Tunkhannock, PA covers 92.6 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Tunkhannock Highway, PA 309. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.3 miles from Bethlehem, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.32 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Union Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Bethlehem, PA and Tunkhannock, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Bear Creek.
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