Trip from Hopewell, PA to Bethlehem, PA

Drive Time

2h 18m

Distance

80.7 mi

130 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 9m ★

6 AM

2h 19m

8 AM

2h 38m

10 AM

2h 25m

12 PM

2h 23m

3 PM

2h 26m

5 PM

2h 37m

8 PM

2h 13m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Hopewell to Bethlehem covers 80.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 18 minutes. This journey is well-suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to complete without an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to make the trip. Navigating through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you will rely primarily on Pottstown Pike, PA 100, and Limestone Road. Because the drive is straightforward, it offers a manageable pace for drivers who prefer local roads over major interstates. Use this route if you are looking for a direct, efficient way to connect these two Pennsylvania towns.

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

40.3 miles from Hopewell, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate experience. With only 18% of the route on highways, you will spend most of your time navigating secondary roads that demand your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 22.6 miles along Pottstown Pike, providing a brief period of consistent driving. Because the profile is technical and winding, the character of the road changes frequently as you transition between local corridors. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that requires shifting your focus between varied road conditions throughout the 80.7-mile trek.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Pottstown Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 22.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hopewell Road.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.7 miles you will encounter 17 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: near the start (Hopewell Road): Navigation decision point; at 21.8 miles (US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Hopewell Road

Turn right onto Hopewell Road

Navigation decision point

21.8 mi into trip | ~38m in | US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

Merge onto US 30 / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

28.7 mi into trip | ~47m in

Take the exit toward PA 113 North: Lionville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward PA 113 North: Lionville

69.8 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | PA 29 / South Cedar Crest Boulevard

Turn left onto PA 29 / South Cedar Crest Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

80.7 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in | Linden Street

Turn right onto Linden Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pottstown Pike	22.6 mi	35m
PA 100	14.8 mi	25m
Limestone Road	8.2 mi	12m
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass	6.9 mi	9m
Gum Tree Road	4.2 mi	5m
West Uwchlan Avenue	3.4 mi	6m
Buck Run Road	3 mi	6m
South 1st Avenue	2.8 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Pottstown Pike — 22.6 mi, about 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hopewell, PA and Bethlehem, PA.

Start on this road

105 ft · 12 sec · this road

Turn right onto Hopewell Road

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Hopewell Road

Continue on West Locust Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · West Locust Street

Turn right onto Hodgson Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Hodgson Street

Turn left onto South 3rd Street

0.8 mi · 2 min · South 3rd Street

Continue on PA 10

8.2 mi · 12 min · Limestone Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto Gum Tree Road

4.2 mi · 5 min · Gum Tree Road

Continue on Buck Run Road

3.0 mi · 6 min · Buck Run Road

Continue on Youngsburg Road

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Youngsburg Road

Continue on South 1st Avenue

2.8 mi · 4 min · South 1st Avenue

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 21 sec

Toward US 30 East

Merge onto US 30

6.9 mi · 9 min · Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward PA 113 North: Lionville Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto PA 113

3.4 mi · 6 min · West Uwchlan Avenue

Turn left onto PA 100

23 mi · 35 min · Pottstown Pike

Use the straight lane.

Continue on PA 100

0.2 mi · 16 sec · PA 100

Use the straight lane.

Continue on PA 100

15 mi · 24 min · PA 100

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto PA 29

0.2 mi · 28 sec · South Cedar Crest Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto North Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · North Street

Continue on Harrison Street

1.7 mi · 4 min · Harrison Street

Turn right

51 ft · 4 sec

Turn left onto Dalton Street

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Dalton Street

Continue on Emaus Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · Emaus Avenue

Use the none lane.

Continue on Emmaus Avenue

2.2 mi · 3 min · Emmaus Avenue

Continue on Broadway

2.1 mi · 3 min · Broadway

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto PA 412

0.2 mi · 38 sec · West 3rd Street

Turn left onto Fahy Bridge

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Fahy Bridge

Turn right onto Center Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · Center Street

Turn right onto East Goepp Street

0.3 mi · 49 sec · East Goepp Street

Turn right onto Linden Street

57 ft · 1 sec · Linden Street

Arrive at destination

Linden Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 2-hour and 18-minute drive without needing to plan for formal rest stops, though you may want to stretch your legs given the turn-heavy nature of the route. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as the $13 cost estimate assumes a steady pace on local roads. To make the most of the drive, try to avoid peak commuting hours on Pottstown Pike to ensure a smoother transition between segments. Prioritize comfort behind the wheel, as the winding path will require you to stay alert and engaged with the road for the duration of the journey.

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 40.3 miles from Hopewell, PA, or about 1h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.6 miles.

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 2h 16m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.3 miles or 1h 7m 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 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethlehem, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Hopewell, 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 Hopewell, PA

This is one driving day of about 80.7 miles and 2h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hopewell, 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.

The longest stretch is on Pottstown Pike for about 22.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 40.3 mi from Hopewell, PA · 1h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

40 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.3 miles from Hopewell, 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

$13.35 one way

$26.71 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$14.61	$29.22
premium	$4.92	$15.64	$31.28
diesel	$5.64	$17.93	$35.86

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: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	24.2	$8.47	$3.87
Efficient EV	20.2	$7.06	$3.23
EV Truck/SUV	32.3	$11.30	$5.16

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Hopewell, PA

Afternoon in Hopewell on Sunday

Local time

4:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bethlehem, PA

Afternoon in Bethlehem on Sunday

Local time

4:45 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

1 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 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 Hopewell, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 80.7 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pottstown Pike, PA 100, Limestone Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 40.3 miles from Hopewell, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.35 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 route from Hopewell, PA to Bethlehem, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Hopewell, PA to Bethlehem, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Bethlehem, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Hopewell, PA

Bethlehem, PA

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 18m on the road

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