Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
37.8 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good 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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Sun Valley, PA
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This 37.8-mile drive from Bethlehem, PA to Sun Valley, PA is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in under an hour. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, it's an economical option for a quick excursion. The route primarily utilizes PA-33 and PA 115, making it ideal for a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, so you'll be navigating familiar territory. This journey is perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 37.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Expect a highway-intensive experience, with 81% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.3 miles on PA-33, offering a consistent pace. While the profile is largely highway-focused, you'll also navigate segments on PA 115 and Easton Avenue, which may offer a slight change of scenery. This route prioritizes direct travel over leisurely exploration, making it a dependable choice for covering ground quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA-33 and PA 115. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Maple Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 14 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto East Fairview Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Linden Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward PA 33 North: Stroudsburg
Navigation decision point
Merge onto PA 33 / PA-33
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bethlehem, PA to Sun Valley, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Saylorsburg along the way.
Saylorsburg
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA-33 | 17.3 mi | 21m |
| PA 115 | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| Easton Avenue | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Old Route 115 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| US 209 | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| William Penn Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Mathews Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Cherry Valley Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Sun Valley, PA.
Start on Linden Street
Turn left onto East Union Boulevard
Turn left onto Maple Street
Turn left onto East Fairview Street
Turn right onto Linden Street
Turn right onto Easton Avenue
Continue on William Penn Highway
Take the ramp
Merge onto PA 33
Take the exit
Turn right onto Cherry Valley Road
At end of road, turn right onto Old Route 115
Turn left onto US 209
Enter roundabout onto PA 115
Continue on PA 115
Turn right onto Mathews Drive
Turn right onto Candlewood Lane
Turn right onto Allegheny Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.9 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 27m 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 37.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sun Valley, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.27 one way
$12.53 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.35 | $16.69 |
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 | $3.97 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
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
Morning in Bethlehem on Friday
Local time
10:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Sun Valley on Friday
Local time
10:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
59°F
Belfast, PA
19 mi in
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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