Origin
Langhorne, PA
Evening in Langhorne on Wednesday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Langhorne, PA to Bethlehem, PA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
45.9 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Langhorne, PA
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Bethlehem, PA
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Trip Overview
This 45.9-mile drive from Langhorne to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a straightforward one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 19 minutes. You'll primarily navigate using Durham Road and Main Street, with a brief section on Easton Road. With no highway driving, expect a more local feel throughout. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $8. Since it's a relatively short distance and entirely within the Northeast region of PA, it's an easy excursion without the need for an overnight stay.
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
22.9 miles from Langhorne, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is characterized by its turn-heavy, local driving profile. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on surface streets for the entire 45.9 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.4 miles on Durham Road. Expect a consistent pace as you move through various local areas, with frequent turns dictating your progress rather than high-speed travel. This drive offers a grounded experience, keeping you connected to the landscape through its town-to-town progression.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Durham Road is the longest continuous segment at about 21.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near PA 413 / South Pine Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (PA 413 / South Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (PA 332; PA 413 / Newtown Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles (PA 212; PA 412 / Durham Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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PA 413 / South Pine Street
Turn left onto PA 413 / South Pine Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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PA 332; PA 413 / Newtown Bypass
Turn left onto PA 332; PA 413 / Newtown Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
35.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
PA 212; PA 412 / Durham Road
At end of road, turn left onto PA 212; PA 412 / Durham Road
Navigation decision point
5
44.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Stefko Boulevard
Turn right onto Stefko Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
Linden Street
Turn left onto Linden Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Road | 21.4 mi | 36m |
| Main Street | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Easton Road | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Leithsville Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Langhorne Newtown Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Newtown Bypass | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Hellertown Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Harrow Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Durham Road
— 21.4 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Langhorne, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on West Richardson Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Richardson Avenue
2
Turn left onto PA 413
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Pine Street
3
Continue on PA 413
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Langhorne Newtown Road
4
Turn left onto PA 332; PA 413
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Newtown Bypass
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on Newtown Bypass
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Newtown Bypass
6
Turn left onto PA 413
18 mi
·
29 min
·
Durham Road
7
Continue on PA 611 Truck
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Easton Road
8
Merge onto PA 611
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Easton Road
9
Turn left onto PA 412
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Durham Road
10
Continue on PA 412
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Harrow Road
11
Continue on PA 412
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
12
At end of road, turn left onto PA 212; PA 412
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Durham Road
13
Continue on PA 212; PA 412
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
14
Turn right onto PA 412
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Hellertown Road
15
Continue on PA 412
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Leithsville Road
16
Continue on PA 412
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
17
Continue on PA 412
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Hellertown Road
18
Continue on PA 412
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 4th Street
19
Continue on PA 412
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Daly Avenue
20
Turn right onto Stefko Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Stefko Boulevard
Use the right lane.
21
Turn left onto East Broad Street
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Broad Street
22
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Maple Street
23
Turn left onto East Goepp Street
445 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Goepp Street
24
Turn left onto Linden Street
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
Linden Street
25
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under 1 hour and 20 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with when to depart. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive in Bethlehem with plenty of time to explore. Since there are no specific stops mandated by the route data, plan your own breaks as needed. Keep an eye on local traffic, especially on Main Street, as it can become more congested. With a minimal fuel cost of about $8, you won't need to worry much about refueling stops along this 45.9-mile 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 22.9 miles from Langhorne, PA, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.4 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 10 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.9 miles or 38m 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 4m
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 Langhorne, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Langhorne, PA
This is one driving day of about 45.9 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Langhorne, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Durham Road for about 21.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.9 mi from Langhorne, PA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 22.9 miles from Langhorne, 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
$7.61 one way
$15.22 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.33 | $16.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.90 | $17.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.13 | $20.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Wednesday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Doylestown, PA
23 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
2 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 19m 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 Langhorne, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 45.9 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Durham Road, Main Street, Easton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.9 miles from Langhorne, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.61 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 is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (PA 413 / South Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (PA 332; PA 413 / Newtown Bypass): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles (PA 212; PA 412 / Durham Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Langhorne, PA to Bethlehem, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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