Origin
Bethlehem, PA
Night in Bethlehem on Friday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethlehem, PA to Saw Creek, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
48.7 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
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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Saw Creek, PA
Kevin O'Toole
Trip Overview
Bethlehem, PA to Saw Creek, PA is 48.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 20 minutes via PA-33 and US 209, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, traveling from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. You'll primarily be on highway-style roads for this relatively short journey. It's a straightforward drive that doesn't require extensive planning, making it a good option for a quick getaway or a convenient connection between these two points.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 48.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 69% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 22 miles on PA-33, offering a consistent pace. As you transition to US 209 and Milford Road, the character might shift slightly, but the overall feel remains geared towards efficient travel. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination smoothly, rather than offering a winding, scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA-33 and US 209. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Maple Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 48.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.2 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 14 key pointsThese 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 |
| US 209 | 11.5 mi | 18m |
| Milford Road | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| Easton Avenue | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Winona Falls Road | 2.7 mi | 9m |
| Marshalls Creek Bypass | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| William Penn Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Linden Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
PA-33
— 22 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Saw Creek, 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
5.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Milford Road
15
Turn left onto Winona Falls Road
2.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Winona Falls Road
16
Continue on Decker Road
364 ft
·
19 sec
·
Decker Road
17
Turn right onto Woodbridge Drive East
166 ft
·
14 sec
·
Woodbridge Drive East
18
Turn left onto Keswick Avenue
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Keswick Avenue
19
Turn left onto Crewe Court
366 ft
·
16 sec
·
Crewe Court
20
Arrive at destination
Crewe Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.4 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saw Creek, PA
The final approach into Saw Creek, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.07 one way
$16.15 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.84 | $17.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.44 | $18.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Saw Creek, PA
Night in Saw Creek on Friday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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 20m 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 Saw Creek, PA covers 48.7 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA-33, US 209, Milford Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.4 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 $8.07 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 48.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.2 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 Saw Creek, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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