Origin
Fairview, PA
Afternoon in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairview, PA to Bethlehem, PA
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
71.1 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
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6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
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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Trip Overview
Connecting Fairview to Bethlehem is a straightforward 71.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You will navigate a mix of Fairview Road, Macdade Boulevard, and I-476 North to reach your destination within the Northeast region. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Since there are no mandatory stops required, you have the freedom to decide your own pace throughout the drive.
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
35.6 miles from Fairview, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-style driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. With 0% of the drive on highways, you will spend your time navigating through local infrastructure, which keeps the journey feeling hands-on and active. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Fairview Road, meaning you should prepare for frequent adjustments behind the wheel. The route’s personality is defined by its technical, winding nature rather than long, monotonous highway corridors. It is an engaging drive that requires your full attention as you transition between local roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fairview Road 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 Fairview, PA to Bethlehem, PA is easy. At 1h 18m 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 Fairview, PA to Bethlehem, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fairview Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Macdade Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 476 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mid-County Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 663 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 663 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John Fries Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Fairview Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairview, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on Essex Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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Essex Avenue
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Fairview Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Fairview Road
3
Turn left onto Macdade Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Macdade Boulevard
4
Take the ramp straight toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
5
Merge slight left onto Mid-County Expressway
19 mi
·
25 min
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Mid-County Expressway
6
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
24 mi
·
26 min
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
7
Take the exit slight right toward PA 663: Pottstown, Quakertown
0.5 mi
·
2 min
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PA 663: Pottstown, Quakertown
8
Keep slight left to continue on PA 663 North: Quakertown
226 ft
·
8 sec
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PA 663 North: Quakertown
9
Turn left onto John Fries Highway
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
John Fries Highway
10
Turn left onto Portzer Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Portzer Road
11
Exit the roundabout onto Portzer Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Portzer Road
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Pumping Station Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Pumping Station Road
13
Turn left
5.1 mi
·
8 min
14
Take the exit slight right
420 ft
·
11 sec
15
Continue straight
5.6 mi
·
9 min
16
Turn right onto Broadway
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Broadway
17
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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West 3rd Street
18
Turn left onto Fahy Bridge
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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Fahy Bridge
19
Turn right onto Center Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
20
Turn right onto East Goepp Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Goepp Street
21
Turn right onto Linden Street
56 ft
·
1 sec
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Linden Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of this trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Keep in mind that since the route relies heavily on local thoroughfares, you should account for potential traffic patterns that might fluctuate compared to a standard interstate route. With no specific stops mandated by the itinerary, you can easily pull over whenever you need a break or a quick refueling stop. Since the drive is only 71.1 miles, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure you maintain that 1-hour and 18-minute estimated time. A helpful tip for this specific path is to stay alert for the frequent turns required on Fairview Road, as the lack of highway miles means you will be maneuvering through local turns for the duration of your trip.
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 35.6 miles from Fairview, PA, or about 39m 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 71.1 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.6 miles or 39m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethlehem, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairview, 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 Fairview, PA
This is one driving day of about 71.1 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairview, 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 35.6 mi from Fairview, PA · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 71.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.6 miles from Fairview, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bethlehem, 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
$11.77 one way
$23.53 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.87 | $25.75 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.78 | $27.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.80 | $31.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.95 | $4.55 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Bethlehem on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
24 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 18m 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 Fairview, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 71.1 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fairview Road, Macdade Boulevard, I 476 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.6 miles from Fairview, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.77 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 Fairview, PA to Bethlehem, PA is easy. At 1h 18m 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 Fairview, PA to Bethlehem, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fairview, PA to Bethlehem, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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