Origin
Bethlehem, PA
Morning in Bethlehem on Wednesday
Local time
6:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethlehem, PA to Collingdale, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
60.9 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
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6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
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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Collingdale, PA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Bethlehem to Collingdale covers 60.9 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes to complete. This trip is well-suited for a single day, as it functions perfectly as a straightforward point-to-point journey without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast Pennsylvania locations. Because this route involves no planned stops, you can expect a direct transit through the region. It is a practical choice if you are looking to move between these two areas efficiently while staying within a modest travel budget.
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
30.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will navigate through local thoroughfares, including East Church Street, Center Street, and the Fahy Bridge, which characterize the first leg of your journey. Since the highway share for this route is 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed, multi-lane traffic; instead, you will experience the pacing of local roads. The lack of highway segments means the character of the drive remains consistent throughout the 60.9-mile trip, requiring your full attention on navigation and local traffic flow.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Church 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 Collingdale, PA is easy. At 1h 33m 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 Collingdale, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fahy Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South New Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Broadway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wyandotte Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA-378 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Church Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Collingdale, PA.
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Start on Linden Street
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Linden Street
2
Turn right onto East Church Street
0.3 mi
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45 sec
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East Church Street
3
Turn left onto Center Street
0.2 mi
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34 sec
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Center Street
4
Turn left onto Fahy Bridge
0.4 mi
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48 sec
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Fahy Bridge
5
Continue on South New Street
0.1 mi
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19 sec
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South New Street
6
Turn right onto West 4th Street
0.2 mi
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38 sec
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West 4th Street
7
Turn slight left onto Broadway
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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Broadway
8
Turn left onto Wyandotte Street
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Wyandotte Street
9
Continue on PA-378
0.5 mi
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1 min
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PA-378
10
Continue on PA-378
4.6 mi
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7 min
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PA-378
11
Turn left
5.1 mi
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8 min
12
Turn right onto West Pumping Station Road
0.4 mi
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1 min
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West Pumping Station Road
13
Turn left onto Portzer Road
0.4 mi
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56 sec
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Portzer Road
14
Exit the roundabout onto Portzer Road
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Portzer Road
15
Turn right onto John Fries Highway
2.6 mi
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3 min
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John Fries Highway
16
Take the ramp slight right toward PATP
0.4 mi
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1 min
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PATP
17
Keep slight left to continue on I 476 South: Philadelphia
0.4 mi
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1 min
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I 476 South: Philadelphia
18
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
24 mi
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25 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
19
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
0.3 mi
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24 sec
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
20
Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
0.2 mi
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18 sec
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
21
Continue on Mid-County Expressway
11 mi
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14 min
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Mid-County Expressway
22
Take the exit slight right toward PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
0.3 mi
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59 sec
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PA 3: Upper Darby, Broomall
23
Turn left onto West Chester Pike
0.3 mi
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46 sec
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West Chester Pike
24
Turn right onto Lawrence Road
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Lawrence Road
25
At the end of the road, turn left onto Sproul Road
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Sproul Road
26
Keep slight left to continue on West Springfield Road
2.7 mi
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6 min
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West Springfield Road
27
Continue on North Springfield Road
1.1 mi
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2 min
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North Springfield Road
28
Turn right onto North Clifton Avenue
1.2 mi
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3 min
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North Clifton Avenue
29
Turn left onto Macdade Boulevard
118 ft
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4 sec
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Macdade Boulevard
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns to ensure a smooth 1-hour and 33-minute transit. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert at intersections and follow your GPS closely to navigate the local streets effectively. You don't need to worry about complex refueling strategies, as the $10 fuel cost is minimal for a drive of this length. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider checking your navigation app before you leave to see if local road construction might impact your timing. Keep your focus on the road as you transition through the various local streets, and enjoy the direct nature of this local commute.
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 30.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA, or about 46m 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 60.9 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.4 miles or 46m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collingdale, 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 60.9 miles and 1h 33m.
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 30.4 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 60.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Collingdale, PA
The final approach into Collingdale, 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 Collingdale, 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
$10.10 one way
$20.19 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.45 | $26.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.53 | $3.90 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Collingdale, PA
Morning in Collingdale on Wednesday
Local time
6:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
8 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 33m 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 Collingdale, PA covers 60.9 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Church Street, Center Street, Fahy Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.4 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 $10.10 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 Collingdale, PA is easy. At 1h 33m 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 Collingdale, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bethlehem, PA to Collingdale, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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