Origin
Nesquehoning, PA
Morning in Nesquehoning on Monday
Local time
7:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nesquehoning, PA to Bethlehem, PA
Drive Time
57m
Distance
35.6 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nesquehoning, PA
Haneul Trac
Bethlehem, PA
Phuc Tran
Trip Overview
The drive from Nesquehoning, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 35.6 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA 248, East Catawissa Street, Center Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.6 miles on PA 248. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
17.8 miles from Nesquehoning, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Nesquehoning, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 35.6 miles and takes about 57m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA 248 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 209 / East Catawissa Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 209 / East Catawissa Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 209 / Susquehanna Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (PA 248): 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
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 209 / East Catawissa Street
Turn right onto US 209 / East Catawissa Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 209 / Susquehanna Street
Turn left onto US 209 / Susquehanna Street
Navigation decision point
5
8.7 mi into trip
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~14m in
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PA 248
Turn right onto PA 248
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
28.3 mi into trip
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~43m in
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PA 512 / Beth-Bath Pike
Turn right onto PA 512 / Beth-Bath Pike
Navigation decision point
4
35.3 mi into trip
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~57m in
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Linden Street
Turn right onto Linden Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 248 | 19.6 mi | 29m |
| East Catawissa Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Center Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Mauch Chunk Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Bath Pike | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Beth-Bath Pike | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Beth Bath Pike | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North 1st Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
PA 248
— 19.6 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nesquehoning, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on North Mermon Avenue
59 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Mermon Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 209
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Catawissa Street
3
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lehigh Avenue
4
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Lehigh Street
5
Turn left onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Susquehanna Street
6
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
7
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
8
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North First Street
9
Continue on US 209
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bankway Street
10
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto PA 248
20 mi
·
29 min
·
PA 248
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto PA 512
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Beth-Bath Pike
13
Continue on PA 512
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bath Pike
14
Continue on PA 512
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Beth Bath Pike
15
Continue on PA 512
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Bath Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on Center Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Center Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto East Elizabeth Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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East Elizabeth Avenue
18
Turn right onto Linden Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Linden Street
19
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Trip Plan
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 17.8 miles from Nesquehoning, PA, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.6 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 35.6 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.8 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
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 Nesquehoning, 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 Nesquehoning, PA
This is one driving day of about 35.6 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nesquehoning, 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 PA 248 for about 19.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.8 mi from Nesquehoning, PA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.8 miles from Nesquehoning, 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
$5.89 one way
$11.78 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.45 | $12.89 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.91 | $15.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Morning in Bethlehem on Monday
Local time
7:26 AM
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
57m 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 Nesquehoning, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 35.6 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA 248, East Catawissa Street, Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.8 miles from Nesquehoning, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.89 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 57m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 209 / East Catawissa Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 209 / Susquehanna Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (PA 248): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Nesquehoning, PA to Bethlehem, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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