Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
43.2 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bethlehem, PA
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Audubon, PA
Jay Brand
This straightforward 43.2-mile drive from Bethlehem, PA, to Audubon, PA, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 12 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily navigate via the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and South Valley Forge Road, with a brief stint on PA-378. With a modest fuel cost of around $7, this route is budget-friendly for a quick excursion. The journey offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a single day of travel without the need for an overnight stay. This trip stays within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, offering a convenient connection between two points in the state.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| South Valley Forge Road | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| PA-378 | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| PA 309 | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| North Park Avenue | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| John Fries Highway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Sumneytown Pike | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Portzer Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Audubon, PA.
Start on Linden Street
Turn right onto East Church Street
Turn left onto Center Street
Turn left onto Fahy Bridge
Continue on South New Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Turn slight left onto PA 412
Turn left onto PA 378
Continue on PA 378
Continue on PA 378
Turn left onto PA 309
Turn right onto West Pumping Station Road
Turn left onto Portzer Road
Continue on Portzer Road
Turn right onto PA 663
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 476; PATP
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto PA 63
Turn right onto PA 363
Continue on PA 363
Turn sharp left onto Egypt Road
Turn right
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Bethlehem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 31.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 South: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward PA 63: Harleysville, Kulpsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 63 East: Lansdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$7.16 one way
$14.32 round trip
| 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 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bethlehem on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 4:51AM EDT until April 17 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Destination
Late night in Audubon on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a mixed driving profile on this 43.2-mile journey, with 54% of the route involving highway travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.2 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a period of consistent speed. Following this, the drive transitions to roads like South Valley Forge Road and PA-378, likely presenting a more varied driving experience with potential changes in speed limits and road conditions. This blend means you'll get a taste of both efficient highway cruising and more localized road navigation.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Center Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 0.8 miles (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 17 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bethlehem, PA and Audubon, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Kulpsville.
Patp
Kulpsville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 43.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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