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Trip from Bethlehem, PA to Gold Key Lake, PA

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

1h 53m

Distance

68.8 mi

111 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 46m ★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Lehigh and Northampton counties, Pennsylvania, USA

Bethlehem, PA

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Downtown Gold Key Lake, PA, PA

Gold Key Lake, PA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Gold Key Lake, PA covers 68.8 miles and takes about 1h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on PA-33, Federal Road, US 209 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22 miles on PA-33. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.41 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

34.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 68.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Gold Key Lake, PA covers 68.8 miles and takes about 1h 53m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA-33 is the longest continuous segment at about 22 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Maple Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 53m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Fairview Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Linden Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Maple Street

Turn left onto Maple Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | East Fairview Street

Turn left onto East Fairview Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | Linden Street

Turn right onto Linden Street

Navigation decision point

5
5.7 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the ramp toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg

Navigation decision point

Toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
7
28 mi into trip | ~39m in | US 209

Keep slight right at fork onto US 209 toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
PA-33 22 mi 27m
Federal Road 11.8 mi 21m
US 209 11.5 mi 18m
PA-739 7.4 mi 14m
Milford Road 7.1 mi 13m
Easton Avenue 4.4 mi 7m
Log Tavern Road 1.6 mi 2m
Marshalls Creek Bypass 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: PA-33 — 22 mi, about 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Gold Key Lake, PA.

1

Start on Linden Street

367 ft · 16 sec · Linden Street
2

Turn left onto East Union Boulevard

449 ft · 20 sec · East Union Boulevard
3

Turn left onto Maple Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Maple Street
4

Turn left onto East Fairview Street

452 ft · 22 sec · East Fairview Street
5

Turn right onto Linden Street

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Linden Street
6

Turn right onto Easton Avenue

4.4 mi · 7 min · Easton Avenue
7

Continue on William Penn Highway

0.7 mi · 1 min · William Penn Highway
8

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
9

Merge onto PA 33

22 mi · 27 min · PA-33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 209

7.9 mi · 11 min · US 209
Toward US 209 North: Stroudsburg Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Take the exit onto US 209

3.6 mi · 7 min · US 209
Toward US 209 north , PA 447 north: Marshalls Creek
12

Enter roundabout onto US 209

98 ft · 3 sec · Marshalls Creek Bypass
13

Continue on US 209

0.8 mi · 1 min · Marshalls Creek Bypass
14

Continue on US 209

7.1 mi · 13 min · Milford Road
15

Continue on US 209

12 mi · 21 min · Federal Road
16

Turn left onto PA 739

7.4 mi · 14 min · PA-739
17

Turn right onto Log Tavern Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Log Tavern Road
18

Turn left onto Gold Key Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Gold Key Road
19

Arrive at destination

Gold Key Road

Trip Plan

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 34.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22 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 15 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 34.4 miles or 48m 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 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gold Key Lake, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bethlehem, PA

This is one driving day of about 68.8 miles and 1h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Bethlehem, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on PA-33 for about 22 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.4 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 48m into the drive

borough in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

East Stroudsburg, PA

34 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

Belfast, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Stroudsburg, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Gold Key Lake, PA

The final approach into Gold Key Lake, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 34.4

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 34.4

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Bushkill Falls

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 49.1

Bushkill, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15705886682

Visit website

Lehigh Millennium Folk Arch and Art Enclave

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 near mile 52.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.41 one way

$22.81 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $12.49 $24.98
premium $4.93 $13.34 $26.69
diesel $5.61 $15.19 $30.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.6 0 $7.22 $3.30
Efficient EV 17.2 0 $6.02 $2.75
EV Truck/SUV 27.5 0 $9.63 $4.40

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Bethlehem, PA

Late night in Bethlehem on Friday

Local time

2:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA

Destination

Gold Key Lake, PA

Late night in Gold Key Lake on Friday

Local time

2:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

48 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 53m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Gold Key Lake, PA covers 68.8 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA-33, Federal Road, US 209. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.4 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 $11.41 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 is a straightforward 1h 53m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Fairview Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Linden Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bethlehem, PA to Gold Key Lake, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.

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