Origin
North Cornwall, PA
Afternoon in North Cornwall on Thursday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Cornwall, PA to Bethlehem, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
73.2 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Cornwall, PA
Howard Senton
Bethlehem, PA
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Trip Overview
This 73.2-mile journey from North Cornwall, PA, to Bethlehem, PA, takes approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes and is best suited as a single-day trip. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, including the William Penn Highway and Lehigh Valley Thruway, with no significant highway driving. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $12, making it an economical option. Given its relatively short duration and turn-heavy profile, this drive offers a straightforward connection within Pennsylvania's Northeast region. It's a practical route for those looking for a direct 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.
Midpoint
36.6 miles from North Cornwall, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 73.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this 73.2-mile trip, as indicated by the 0% highway share. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be about 38 miles along the William Penn Highway, offering a consistent experience before encountering more varied local roads. This route is characterized by frequent turns and changes in scenery as you traverse different communities. It’s less about high-speed travel and more about navigating local thoroughfares, so staying attentive to road signs and speed limits is key.
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.
William Penn Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 38 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.2 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59 miles (US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
20.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
9
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 51
Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI A...
7
69.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem, Schoenersville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem, Schoenersville...
8
69.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem
7
71.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward Eighth Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward Eighth Avenue
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Cornwall, PA to Bethlehem, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Lvi Airport along the way.
Lvi Airport
59 mi in
|
~1h 16m
|
via US 22
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| William Penn Highway | 38 mi | 45m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| Schaeffer Road | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| Lancaster Avenue | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| South College Street | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Stiegel Pike | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Bethlehem Spur Route | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| West Union Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
William Penn Highway
— 38 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Cornwall, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on Park Street
308 ft
·
15 sec
·
Park Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Hillside Street
513 ft
·
29 sec
·
Hillside Street
3
Turn left onto Furnace Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Furnace Street
4
Turn right onto Cornwall Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cornwall Road
5
Turn left onto PA 419
354 ft
·
16 sec
·
Freeman Road
6
Turn left onto PA 419
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Schaeffer Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto PA 419; PA 897
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Heidelberg Avenue
8
Turn left onto PA 501
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Stiegel Pike
9
Continue on PA 501
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South College Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on PA 501
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
11
Continue on PA 501
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lancaster Avenue
12
Continue on PA 501
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Lancaster Avenue
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
14
Merge onto I 78; US 22
38 mi
·
45 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 22
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Lehigh Valley Thruway
Exit 51
Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem, Schoenersville Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on PA 378
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Bethlehem Spur Route
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 2
Toward Eighth Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
8th Avenue
21
Turn left onto West Union Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Union Boulevard
22
Turn left onto Center Street
423 ft
·
11 sec
·
Center Street
23
Turn right onto East Goepp Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Goepp Street
24
Turn right onto Linden Street
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
Linden Street
25
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just under 1 hour and 37 minutes, this 73.2-mile drive is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour and allow for a relaxed pace. The longest stretch of 38 miles on the William Penn Highway means you can cover a good distance without needing frequent fuel stops, though keeping an eye on your gauge is always wise. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks in towns along the way as needed. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the numerous turns; pre-mapping your turns or using a GPS with clear turn-by-turn directions will be very helpful.
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 36.6 miles from North Cornwall, PA, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 49m 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 20m
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 North Cornwall, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Cornwall, PA
This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from North Cornwall, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on William Penn Highway for about 38 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from North Cornwall, PA · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from North Cornwall, 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
$12.14 one way
$24.27 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.29 | $26.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.20 | $28.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.16 | $32.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.72
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(10.3 mi)
$0.72
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
$12
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 Thursday
Local time
4:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
7 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 37m 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 North Cornwall, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are William Penn Highway, Lehigh Valley Thruway, Schaeffer Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from North Cornwall, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.14 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.2 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59 miles (US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from North Cornwall, PA to Bethlehem, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Lvi Airport along the way.
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