Origin
Bethlehem, PA
Late night in Bethlehem on Monday
Local time
1:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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5h 28m
Distance
274.4 mi
442 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
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Bethlehem, PA
Phuc Tran
Taylor, PA
Haneul Trac
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Taylor, PA covers 274.4 miles and takes about 5h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Union Boulevard, Bethlehem Spur Route, US 22 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
137.2 miles from Bethlehem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 28m drive with frequent turns across 274.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 28m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bethlehem, PA to Taylor, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Union Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bethlehem Spur Route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 22 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| William Penn Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 78th Division Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 81 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Taylor, PA.
Start on Linden Street
Turn right onto East Union Boulevard
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left onto Bethlehem Spur Route
Keep slight left to continue on US 22 West: Allentown
Merge slight left onto Lehigh Valley Thruway
Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
Continue on 78th Division Highway
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 South: Harrisburg
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 11: New Kingstown, Middlesex
Keep slight right to continue on US 11 South
Merge slight left onto Harrisburg Pike
Take the exit straight toward I 76, PATP
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 West: Pittsburgh
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Irwin, McKeesport
Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West: Pittsburgh
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
Turn right onto Mosside Boulevard
Turn left onto Wall Avenue
Turn left onto Dalzell Street
Turn right onto Marie Street
Turn left onto Bellvue Street
Turn right onto Grandview Avenue
Continue on Argyle Street
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.2 miles or 2h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bethlehem, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 274.4 miles and 5h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 137.2 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 2h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 137.2 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Taylor, 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 Taylor, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$45.41 one way
$90.81 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $49.68 | $99.37 |
| premium | $4.92 | $53.17 | $106.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.96 | $121.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.3 | 1 | $28.81 | $13.17 |
| Efficient EV | 68.6 | 0 | $24.01 | $10.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.8 | 1 | $38.42 | $17.56 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Late night in Bethlehem on Monday
Local time
1:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Taylor on Monday
Local time
1:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
137 mi in
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
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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