Origin
Bethlehem, PA
Morning in Bethlehem on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethlehem, PA to New Hope, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
35 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
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6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
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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New Hope, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to New Hope, PA covers 35 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Broad Street, Stefko Boulevard, Daly Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.80 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
17.5 miles from Bethlehem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 2m drive with frequent turns across 35 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Broad Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to New Hope, PA is easy. At 1h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bethlehem, PA to New Hope, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Broad Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Stefko Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Daly Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hellertown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Leithsville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Durham Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Broad Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and New Hope, PA.
1
Start on Linden Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Linden Street
2
Turn left onto East Broad Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
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East Broad Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Stefko Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Stefko Boulevard
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Daly Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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Daly Avenue
5
Continue on East 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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East 4th Street
6
Continue on Hellertown Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hellertown Road
7
Continue on Main Street
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on Leithsville Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Leithsville Road
9
Keep slight left to continue on Hellertown Road
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
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Hellertown Road
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on Durham Road
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
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Durham Road
12
Turn right onto Main Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Main Street
13
Continue on Harrow Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Harrow Road
14
Continue on Durham Road
3.4 mi
·
6 min
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Durham Road
15
At the end of the road, turn right onto Easton Road
4.8 mi
·
6 min
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Easton Road
16
Turn slight left onto Old Easton Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Old Easton Road
17
Turn left onto Dark Hollow Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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Dark Hollow Road
18
Turn right onto Carversville Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Carversville Road
19
Continue on Wismer Road
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Wismer Road
20
At the end of the road, turn left onto Carversville Road
299 ft
·
7 sec
·
Carversville Road
21
Turn right onto Aquetong Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Aquetong Road
22
Turn right onto Upper York Road
85 ft
·
2 sec
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Upper York Road
23
Turn left onto Aquetong Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Aquetong Road
24
Turn left onto Lower York Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Lower York Road
25
Turn slight right onto West Bridge Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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West Bridge Street
26
Arrive at your destination
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 17.5 miles from Bethlehem, PA, or about 31m into the drive.
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 35 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.5 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Hope, 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 35 miles and 1h 2m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.5 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Hope, PA
The final approach into New Hope, 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 New Hope, 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
$5.80 one way
$11.61 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.36 | $12.71 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.79 | $13.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
New Hope, PA
Morning in New Hope on Wednesday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m 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 New Hope, PA covers 35 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Broad Street, Stefko Boulevard, Daly Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.5 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 $5.80 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.
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to New Hope, PA is easy. At 1h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bethlehem, PA to New Hope, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bethlehem, PA to New Hope, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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