The drive from Paupack, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 43m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on PA 33, Sterling Road, I 84 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.8 miles on PA 33.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.81 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.
Midpoint
33.6 miles from Paupack, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 67.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Paupack, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 43m, 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 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
PA 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.9 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
9.1 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
5
31.9 mi into trip|~54m in|I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge onto I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
36.3 mi into trip|~1h in
Take the exit toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 302A
Toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
5
36.8 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|PA 33
Merge onto PA 33
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
61.6 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward William Penn Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward William Penn Highway
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Paupack, PA and Bethlehem, PA, road signs point toward Lake Wallenpaupack and William Penn Highway.
Lake Wallenpaupack
9.1 mi in|~13m
William Penn Highway
61.6 mi in|~1h 33m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
PA 33
24.8 mi
31m
Sterling Road
7.1 mi
11m
I 84
5.6 mi
6m
Route 611
4.6 mi
6m
Keystone Shortway
4.4 mi
6m
Easton Avenue
4.4 mi
7m
Lake Wallenpaupack Road
4.1 mi
9m
South Sterling Road
2.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
PA 33
— 24.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paupack, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on Gumbletown Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Gumbletown Road
2
Turn right onto PA 390
2.1 mi·3 min·PA 390
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
4
Merge onto I 84
5.6 mi·6 min·I 84
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward PA 507: Greentown, Lake Wallenpaupack
6
Turn left onto PA 507
4.1 mi·9 min·Lake Wallenpaupack Road
7
Continue on PA 191
2.9 mi·5 min·South Sterling Road
8
Turn slight right onto PA 423
1.5 mi·2 min·Carlton Road
9
Continue on PA 423
0.4 mi·42 sec·Church Street
10
Continue on PA 423
0.6 mi·1 min·State Route 423
11
Turn left onto PA 196
7.1 mi·11 min·Sterling Road
12
Turn left onto PA 611; PA 940
1.1 mi·1 min·Pocono Boulevard
13
Continue on PA 611
4.6 mi·6 min·Route 611
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
15
Merge onto I 80
4.4 mi·6 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 302AToward PA 33 South: SnydersvilleUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto PA 33
25 mi·31 min·PA 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward William Penn HighwayUse the slight right lane.
19
Turn right onto William Penn Highway
0.6 mi·1 min·William Penn Highway
20
Continue on Easton Avenue
4.4 mi·7 min·Easton Avenue
21
Turn left onto Linden Street
0.3 mi·34 sec·Linden Street
22
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 33.6 miles from Paupack, PA, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.8 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 15 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.6 miles or 57m 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 27m
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 Paupack, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Paupack, PA
This is one driving day of about 67.2 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Paupack, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on PA 33 for about 24.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.6 mi from Paupack, PA
· 57m into the drive
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Paupack, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
$10
near mile 37.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.81 one way
$21.62 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$12.17
$24.33
premium
$4.95
$13.11
$26.21
diesel
$5.98
$15.82
$31.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.2
0
$7.06
$3.23
Efficient EV
16.8
0
$5.88
$2.69
EV Truck/SUV
26.9
0
$9.41
$4.30
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Paupack, PA
Morning
in Paupack on Saturday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bethlehem, PA
Morning
in Bethlehem on Saturday
Local time
6:26 AM
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
15 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
1h 43m 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 Paupack, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA 33, Sterling Road, I 84. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.6 miles from Paupack, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.81 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 67.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.9 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Paupack, PA and Bethlehem, PA, road signs point toward Lake Wallenpaupack and William Penn Highway.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
