Origin
Bethlehem, PA
Late night in Bethlehem on Saturday
Local time
5:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bethlehem, PA to Jonestown, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
76.3 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
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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Jonestown, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Jonestown, PA covers 76.3 miles and takes about 2h 1m 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 $12.65 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.
Midpoint
38.2 miles from Bethlehem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 76.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 1m drive with frequent turns across 76.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 43 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Union Boulevard 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bethlehem, PA to Jonestown, PA is easy. At 2h 1m 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 Jonestown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Union Boulevard | — | — |
| Bethlehem Spur Route | — | — |
| US 22 West | — | — |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | — | — |
| PA 145 | — | — |
| PA 145 North | — | — |
| MacArthur Road | — | — |
| Macarthur Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Union Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Jonestown, PA.
1
Start on Linden Street
367 ft
·
13 sec
·
Linden Street
2
Turn right onto East Union Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Union Boulevard
3
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
4
Merge slight left onto Bethlehem Spur Route
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Bethlehem Spur Route
5
Keep slight left to continue on US 22 West: Allentown
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 22 West: Allentown
6
Merge slight left onto Lehigh Valley Thruway
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
7
Take the exit slight right toward PA 145
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
PA 145
8
Keep slight right to continue on PA 145 North
240 ft
·
9 sec
·
PA 145 North
9
Merge slight left onto MacArthur Road
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
MacArthur Road
10
Continue on Macarthur Road
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Macarthur Road
11
Continue on South Best Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Best Avenue
12
Continue on North Best Avenue
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Best Avenue
13
Continue on Riverview Drive
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverview Drive
14
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lehigh Drive
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Lehigh Drive
15
Turn left onto Bridge Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bridge Street
16
Continue on Bankway Street
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Bankway Street
17
Continue on Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard
18
Continue on North 1st Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
19
Continue on Mauch Chunk Street
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
20
Continue on Susquehanna Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Susquehanna Street
21
Turn right onto Lehigh Avenue
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
Lehigh Avenue
22
Continue on Lehigh Street
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lehigh Street
23
Continue on Lehigh Avenue
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Lehigh Avenue
24
Continue on East Catawissa Street
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Catawissa Street
25
Turn right onto Hudson Drive
525 ft
·
8 sec
·
Hudson Drive
26
Continue on Hunter Street
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Street
27
Continue on Hudson Drive
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Hudson Drive
28
Continue on Broad Street
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Broad Street
29
Continue on Berwick Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Berwick Street
30
Continue on East Broad Street
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
East Broad Street
31
Continue on North Broad Street
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
North Broad Street
32
Turn straight onto Susquehanna Boulevard
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Susquehanna Boulevard
33
Continue on Valmont Parkway
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Valmont Parkway
34
Continue on State Route 93
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 93
35
Continue on Berwick Hazleton Highway
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Berwick Hazleton Highway
36
Continue on 3rd Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
37
Continue on South Market Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Market Street
38
Turn right onto Summerhill Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Summerhill Avenue
39
Continue on Foundryville Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Foundryville Road
40
Continue on Summerhill Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Summerhill Road
41
Continue on State Route 1025
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 1025
42
Continue on Ridge Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Ridge Road
43
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 38.2 miles from Bethlehem, PA, or about 1h 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 17 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.2 miles or 1h 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonestown, 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 76.3 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Bethlehem, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.2 mi from Bethlehem, PA · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.2 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jonestown, PA
The final approach into Jonestown, 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 Jonestown, 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
$12.65 one way
$25.30 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.85 | $27.71 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.80 | $29.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.85 | $33.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
| Efficient EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Jonestown, PA
Late night in Jonestown on Saturday
Local time
5:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
12 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
2h 1m 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 Jonestown, PA covers 76.3 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Union Boulevard, Bethlehem Spur Route, US 22 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.2 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 $12.65 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 Jonestown, PA is easy. At 2h 1m 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 Jonestown, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bethlehem, PA to Jonestown, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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