Origin
Bushkill, PA
Evening in Bushkill on Thursday
Local time
6:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bushkill, PA to Bethlehem, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
47.1 mi
76 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bushkill, PA
Haneul Trac
Bethlehem, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bushkill, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 47.1 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 209, Easton Avenue, Keystone Shortway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.7 miles on US 209. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.81 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 47.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 11m highway drive covering 47.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 209 and Easton Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.7 miles on US 209.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 209 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 209 and Easton Avenue. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8 miles in near US 209 / Seven Bridge Road.
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 47.1 miles you will encounter 6 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 8 miles (US 209 / Seven Bridge Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.2 miles (US 209): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.4 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 209 / Seven Bridge Road
Enter roundabout onto US 209 / Seven Bridge Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
11.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 209
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
11.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge onto I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
15 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 209
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209 toward US 209 south to PA 33 south: Snydersville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 209 south to PA 33 south: Snydersvill...
6
41.5 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward William Penn Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward William Penn Highway
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bushkill, PA to Bethlehem, PA, road signs begin pointing toward William Penn Highway along the way.
William Penn Highway
41.5 mi in
|
~1h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 209 | 34.7 mi | 49m |
| Easton Avenue | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Keystone Shortway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Seven Bridge Road | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| William Penn Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Linden Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 209
— 34.7 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bushkill, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on US 209
8.0 mi
·
15 min
·
US 209
2
Enter roundabout onto US 209
176 ft
·
6 sec
·
Seven Bridge Road
3
Continue on US 209
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Seven Bridge Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 209
5
Merge onto I 80
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 209
26 mi
·
33 min
·
US 209
Toward US 209 south to PA 33 south: Snydersville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward William Penn Highway
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto William Penn Highway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
William Penn Highway
9
Continue on Easton Avenue
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Easton Avenue
10
Turn left onto Linden Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Linden Street
11
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.6 mi from Bushkill, PA · 38m 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Bushkill, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bethlehem, PA
The final approach into Bethlehem, 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
$7.81 one way
$15.62 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.13 | $18.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.40 | $20.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (63% 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
Bethlehem, PA
Evening in Bethlehem on Thursday
Local time
6:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Bangor, PA
24 mi in
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
5 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 11m 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 Bushkill, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 47.1 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 209, Easton Avenue, Keystone Shortway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.6 miles from Bushkill, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.81 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 47.1 miles you will encounter 6 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 8 miles (US 209 / Seven Bridge Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.2 miles (US 209): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 11.4 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bushkill, PA to Bethlehem, PA, road signs begin pointing toward William Penn Highway along the way.
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