Origin
Weatherly, PA
Late night in Weatherly on Friday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weatherly, PA to Bethlehem, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
42.6 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weatherly, PA
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Bethlehem, PA
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Trip Overview
This 42.6-mile drive from Weatherly, PA, to Bethlehem, PA, will take you about 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate on PA 248, with some time on Hudson Drive and Hunter Street. With a fuel cost estimated at $7, this is an economical journey within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. The profile is described as a mixed drive, suggesting a varied experience on the road. Since it's a short trip, you won't need an overnight stay, offering flexibility for your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 42.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this 42.6-mile route, with 46% of it being on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.6 miles on PA 248. This section likely offers a consistent pace before transitioning to other roads. As you progress, the drive will blend highway speeds with potentially more local road conditions, so keep an eye on changing speed limits and road types.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 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 around 2.4 miles in near PA 93 / Hudson Drive.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (PA 93 / Hudson Drive): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (US 209 / East Catawissa Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (US 209 / Susquehanna Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
2.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
PA 93 / Hudson Drive
Turn left onto PA 93 / Hudson Drive
Navigation decision point
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 209 / East Catawissa Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 209 / East Catawissa Street
Navigation decision point
4
11.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 209 / Susquehanna Street
Turn left onto US 209 / Susquehanna Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
PA 248
Turn right onto PA 248
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
42.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
Linden Street
Turn right onto Linden Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 248 | 19.6 mi | 29m |
| Hudson Drive | 3 mi | 4m |
| Hunter Street | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| East Catawissa Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
PA 248
— 19.6 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weatherly, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on Hudsondale Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hudsondale Street
2
Continue on Brenkman Drive
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Brenkman Drive
3
Turn left onto PA 93
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Hudson Drive
4
Continue on State Route 93
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Hunter Street
5
Continue on PA 93
523 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hudson Drive
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 209
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Catawissa Street
7
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lehigh Avenue
8
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Lehigh Street
9
Turn left onto US 209
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Susquehanna Street
10
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Mauch Chunk Street
11
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
12
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North First Street
13
Continue on US 209
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bankway Street
14
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto PA 248
20 mi
·
29 min
·
PA 248
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto PA 512
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Beth-Bath Pike
17
Continue on PA 512
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bath Pike
18
Continue on PA 512
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Beth Bath Pike
19
Continue on PA 512
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Bath Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on Center Street
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Center Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn left onto East Elizabeth Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Elizabeth Avenue
22
Turn right onto Linden Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Linden Street
23
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.3 mi from Weatherly, PA · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Weatherly, 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
$7.06 one way
$14.13 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.74 | $15.47 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.26 | $16.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.73 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
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
Late night in Bethlehem on Friday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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 7m 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 Weatherly, PA to Bethlehem, PA covers 42.6 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are PA 248, Hudson Drive, Hunter Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 miles from Weatherly, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.06 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 1h 7m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (PA 93 / Hudson Drive): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (US 209 / East Catawissa Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (US 209 / Susquehanna Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Weatherly, PA to Bethlehem, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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