Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
37.6 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethlehem, PA
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Fort Washington, PA
Michael Taccetta
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Fort Washington, PA covers 37.6 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA 309, Bethlehem Pike, Sellersville Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.1 miles on PA 309. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 37.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Fort Washington, PA covers 37.6 miles and takes about 1h 5m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near East Church Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 37.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.5 miles (East Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto East Church Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 309 / Sellersville Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Washington Lane
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 309 | 9.1 mi | 15m |
| Bethlehem Pike | 8.4 mi | 14m |
| Sellersville Bypass | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| PA-378 | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| North Bethlehem Pike | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Wyandotte Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Linden Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Fahy Bridge | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Fort Washington, PA.
Start on Linden Street
Turn right onto East Church Street
Turn left onto Center Street
Turn left onto Fahy Bridge
Continue on South New Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Turn slight left onto PA 412
Turn left onto PA 378
Continue on PA 378
Continue on PA 378
Turn left onto PA 309
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 309
Continue on PA 309
Continue on North Bethlehem Pike
Turn left onto Spring Avenue
Turn right onto Washington Lane
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.8 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
A short stop after about 37.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Fort Washington, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.23 one way
$12.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.83 | $13.65 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.29 | $14.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Bethlehem on Thursday
Local time
5:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Fort Washington on Thursday
Local time
5:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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