Trip from Moore, PA to Bethlehem, PA

Drive Time

1h 31m

Distance

62.2 mi

100 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min

4 AM

1h 24m ★

6 AM

1h 31m

8 AM

1h 45m

10 AM

1h 36m

12 PM

1h 35m

3 PM

1h 37m

5 PM

1h 44m

8 PM

1h 27m

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

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Bethlehem, PA

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Moore to Bethlehem, you are looking at a 62.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you will rely primarily on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, the Mid-County Expressway, and PA 378. Since this is a straightforward, highway-focused drive with no required stops, it offers a practical and efficient way to travel between these two points.

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

31.1 miles from Moore, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip that is heavily reliant on major thoroughfares, with about 82% of the total mileage spent on highways. The road's personality is defined by consistent, fast-paced driving rather than winding local exploration. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which spans 24.3 miles of the total distance. As you transition between the Turnpike, the Mid-County Expressway, and PA 378, the environment remains focused on utility and speed. It is a functional commute that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly through a well-connected network of regional roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Maryland Avenue.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 62.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Maryland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (PA 420 / Lincoln Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (East Baltimore Pike): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 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 | Maryland Avenue

Turn left onto Maryland Avenue

Navigation decision point

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | PA 420 / Lincoln Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto PA 420 / Lincoln Avenue

Navigation decision point

2.8 mi into trip | ~6m in | East Baltimore Pike

Turn left onto East Baltimore Pike

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

45.1 mi into trip | ~58m in

Take the exit toward PA 663: Pottstown, Quakertown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 44 Toward PA 663: Pottstown, Quakertown

45.5 mi into trip | ~1h in

Keep slight left at fork toward PA 663 North: Quakertown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / right lanes. Toward PA 663 North: Quakertown

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Moore, PA to Bethlehem, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Quakertown along the way.

Quakertown

45.1 mi in | ~58m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension	24.3 mi	26m
Mid-County Expressway	16.2 mi	22m
PA 378	5.6 mi	9m
PA 309	5.1 mi	8m
John Fries Highway	2.7 mi	3m
East Baltimore Pike	1.5 mi	2m
Kedron Avenue	1.3 mi	2m
Portzer Road	0.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 24.3 mi, about 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Washington Avenue

226 ft · 15 sec · Washington Avenue

Turn left onto Maryland Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · Maryland Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto PA 420

0.4 mi · 1 min · Lincoln Avenue

Continue on PA 420

1.3 mi · 2 min · Kedron Avenue

Use the none lane.

Continue on PA 420

0.7 mi · 1 min · Woodland Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto East Baltimore Pike

1.5 mi · 2 min · East Baltimore Pike

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 476

16 mi · 21 min · Mid-County Expressway

Use the none lane.

Turn slight left onto I 476

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Mid-County Expressway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 476; PATP

24 mi · 26 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 44 Toward PA 663: Pottstown, Quakertown Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

227 ft · 7 sec

Toward PA 663 North: Quakertown Use the none / straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto PA 663

2.7 mi · 3 min · John Fries Highway

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Portzer Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Portzer Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on Portzer Road

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Portzer Road

At end of road, turn right onto West Pumping Station Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Pumping Station Road

Turn left onto PA 309

5.1 mi · 8 min · PA 309

Take the exit

420 ft · 10 sec

Continue on PA 378

5.6 mi · 9 min · PA 378

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto PA 412

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Broadway

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 when it comes to your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns along the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension is a smart move to ensure you maintain that 1 hour and 31 minute estimate. Because there are no mandatory stops, you have the freedom to drive the entire 62.2 miles in one go, but feel free to pull over if you need a quick break. Make sure your vehicle is prepared for highway speeds, as the majority of your time will be spent on high-capacity roads. A great way to prepare is to keep your $10 fuel budget handy or ready on a payment card before you merge onto the main highways.

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 31.1 miles from Moore, PA, or about 43m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.3 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 62.2 miles or 1h 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 31.1 miles or 43m 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 13m

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 Moore, 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 Moore, PA

This is one driving day of about 62.2 miles and 1h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moore, 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 24.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 31.1 mi from Moore, PA · 43m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

31 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 62.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Moore, 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

$10.29 one way

$20.58 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$11.26	$22.52
premium	$4.92	$12.05	$24.11
diesel	$5.64	$13.82	$27.64

Estimated Tolls: $3.16

Pennsylvania Turnpike (24.3 mi) $3.16

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	18.7	$6.53	$2.99
Efficient EV	15.6	$5.44	$2.49
EV Truck/SUV	24.9	$8.71	$3.98

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 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 1 minute ago

Origin

Moore, PA

Night in Moore on Sunday

Local time

9:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bethlehem, PA

Night in Bethlehem on Sunday

Local time

9:49 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

22 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 31m 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 Moore, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 62.2 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Mid-County Expressway, PA 378. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 31.1 miles from Moore, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.29 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.