Origin
Pennside, PA
Night in Pennside on Wednesday
Local time
9:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pennside, PA to Bethlehem, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
43.2 mi
70 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pennside, PA
Michael Taccetta
Bethlehem, PA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 43.2-mile drive from Pennside to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a straightforward 1-hour and 9-minute journey. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $7, it's an easy day trip within the Northeast region. The route primarily utilizes US 222 and the Trexlertown Bypass, offering a mix of road types. Consider this a convenient option for a short, uncomplicated excursion where you won't need to break up the drive or worry about extensive overnight stays. Its brevity makes it a flexible choice for a quick getaway.
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
21.6 miles from Pennside, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 43.2-mile trip, with only about 20% of the route on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 8.7 miles along US 222. The drive will involve navigating through various local roads and bypasses, including Trexlertown Bypass and Friedensburg Road, requiring your attention for frequent turns and adjustments. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a more engaged experience on diverse roadways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 222 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Harvey Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.2 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (Harvey Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.5 miles (Oley Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.6 miles (PA 662 / Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Harvey Avenue
Turn left onto Harvey Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
7.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Oley Road
Enter roundabout onto Oley Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
7.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
PA 662 / Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto PA 662 / Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
43.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
Linden Street
Turn right onto Linden Street
Navigation decision point
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 Pennside, PA to Bethlehem, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Allentown along the way.
Allentown
27.1 mi in
|
~42m
|
via US 222
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 222 | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| Trexlertown Bypass | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Friedensburg Road | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Memorial Highway | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Hamilton Street | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Hamilton Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West Broad Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Moselem Spring Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 222
— 8.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennside, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on Brighton Avenue
183 ft
·
14 sec
·
Brighton Avenue
2
Turn left onto Harvey Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Harvey Avenue
3
Turn right onto Carsonia Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Carsonia Avenue
4
Turn right onto Friedensburg Road
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Friedensburg Road
5
Turn left onto PA 73; PA 662
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Highway
6
Continue on PA 73
346 ft
·
6 sec
·
Blandon Road
7
Enter roundabout onto Oley Road
6 ft
·
0 sec
·
Oley Road
8
Continue on Oley Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oley Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto PA 662
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Memorial Highway
10
Continue on PA 662
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Richmond Street
11
Turn right onto PA 662
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Main Street
12
Turn left onto PA 662
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Franklin Street
13
Continue on PA 662
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Moselem Spring Road
14
Enter roundabout onto US 222
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
Kutztown Road
15
Continue on US 222
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Kutztown Road
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
US 222
17
Enter roundabout onto US 222
159 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
18
Continue on US 222
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Hamilton Boulevard
19
Turn straight onto US 222
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Trexlertown Bypass
Toward US 222 North, PA 100 North: Fogelsville, Allentown
20
Continue on PA 222
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Hamilton Boulevard
21
Continue on PA 222
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Hamilton Street
22
Keep slight right at fork onto Hamilton Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hamilton Street
23
Continue on Hamilton Street
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Hamilton Street
24
Continue on Hanover Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hanover Avenue
25
Continue on West Broad Street
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Broad Street
26
Turn left onto Center Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Center Street
27
Turn right onto East Goepp Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Goepp Street
28
Turn right onto Linden Street
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
Linden Street
29
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Trip Plan
Given its short 1-hour and 9-minute duration, this 43.2-mile trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart any time of day without feeling rushed. With no specific stops recommended in the data, plan for a quick fuel top-off before you leave Pennside to cover the estimated $7 fuel cost. Pay close attention to the various turns, especially as you transition between US 222 and local roads like Friedensburg Road, to ensure a smooth arrival in Bethlehem.
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 21.6 miles from Pennside, PA, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.7 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 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.6 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
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 Pennside, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pennside, PA
This is one driving day of about 43.2 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Pennside, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 222 for about 8.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.6 mi from Pennside, PA · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 21.6 miles from Pennside, 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
$7.16 one way
$14.32 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.84 | $15.69 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.38 | $16.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Night in Bethlehem on Wednesday
Local time
9:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Kutztown, PA
22 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
24 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 9m 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 Pennside, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 43.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 222, Trexlertown Bypass, Friedensburg Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from Pennside, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.16 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 43.2 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (Harvey Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.5 miles (Oley Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.6 miles (PA 662 / Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Pennside, PA to Bethlehem, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Allentown along the way.
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