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Trip from Bethlehem, PA to Boothwyn, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 36m

Distance

67.7 mi

109 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 29m ★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Lehigh and Northampton counties, Pennsylvania, USA

Bethlehem, PA

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Downtown Boothwyn, PA, PA

Boothwyn, PA

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Trip Overview

Bethlehem, PA to Boothwyn, PA is 67.7 miles and takes about 1h 36m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to its southeastern part. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the trip, making it a straightforward, efficient journey. With a recommended 1-day trip, you'll find it easy to complete without needing an overnight stay, and the relatively short duration means you can depart at your convenience.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

33.9 miles from Bethlehem, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 24.3 mi 26m
Mid-County Expressway 19.5 mi 26m
PA-378 5.1 mi 8m
PA 309 5.1 mi 8m
Delaware Expressway 4.9 mi 6m
John Fries Highway 2.6 mi 3m
Portzer Road 0.8 mi 2m
Wyandotte Street 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 24.3 mi, about 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Boothwyn, PA.

1

Start on Linden Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Linden Street
2

Turn right onto East Church Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · East Church Street
3

Turn left onto Center Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Center Street
4

Turn left onto Fahy Bridge

0.4 mi · 48 sec · Fahy Bridge
5

Continue on South New Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · South New Street
6

Turn right onto West 4th Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · West 4th Street
7

Turn slight left onto PA 412

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Broadway
8

Turn left onto PA 378

0.6 mi · 1 min · Wyandotte Street
9

Continue on PA 378

0.5 mi · 1 min · PA-378
10

Continue on PA 378

4.6 mi · 7 min · PA-378
Use the left lane.
11

Turn left onto PA 309

5.1 mi · 8 min · PA 309
12

Turn right onto West Pumping Station Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Pumping Station Road
13

Turn left onto Portzer Road

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Portzer Road
14

Continue on Portzer Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Portzer Road
15

Turn right onto PA 663

2.6 mi · 3 min · John Fries Highway
16

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward PATP
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 476 South: Philadelphia Use the straight / slight left lanes.
18

Merge onto I 476; PATP

24 mi · 25 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Continue on I 476; PATP

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 20
20

Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the slight left lane.
21

Continue on I 476

20 mi · 26 min · Mid-County Expressway
22

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 South: Chester Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23

Merge onto I 95

3.3 mi · 4 min · Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

1.6 mi · 2 min · Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 1 Toward Chichester Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

At end of road, turn left onto Pleasant Avenue

260 ft · 9 sec · Pleasant Avenue
27

Turn right onto Chichester Avenue

0.4 mi · 51 sec · Chichester Avenue
28

Turn left onto Meetinghouse Road

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Meetinghouse Road
29

Turn left onto 3rd Avenue

176 ft · 13 sec · 3rd Avenue
30

Turn left

228 ft · 16 sec
31

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 36 minute duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. Aim to leave Bethlehem, PA, mid-morning to avoid peak commuter traffic and arrive in Boothwyn, PA, with ample daylight. You won't need extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge as the longest stretch without exiting is 24.3 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The estimated fuel cost of $11 is quite manageable, so planning for one fuel stop should be more than sufficient.

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 33.9 miles from Bethlehem, PA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.3 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 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 33.9 miles or 50m 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 Boothwyn, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bethlehem, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bethlehem, PA

This is one driving day of about 67.7 miles and 1h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Bethlehem, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 24.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lansdale, PA

34 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

Perkasie, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

East Norriton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.9 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 17 and 66.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
17 mi into trip | ~31m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 476 South: Philadelphia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 476 South: Philadelphia
7
41.5 mi into trip | ~59m in | I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Keep slight left at fork onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
7
61.3 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Chester

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South: Chester
6
65.3 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in | I 95 / Delaware Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Delaware Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
66.9 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in

Take the exit toward Chichester Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 1 Toward Chichester Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.22 one way

$22.45 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $12.29 $24.59
premium $4.93 $13.13 $26.26
diesel $5.61 $14.95 $29.89

Estimated Tolls: $3.17

Pennsylvania Turnpike (24.3 mi) $3.17

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

$11

Tolls

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.3 0 $7.11 $3.25
Efficient EV 16.9 0 $5.92 $2.71
EV Truck/SUV 27.1 0 $9.48 $4.33

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 16, 2026

Origin

Bethlehem, PA

Late night in Bethlehem on Tuesday

Local time

4:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA

Destination

Boothwyn, PA

Late night in Boothwyn on Tuesday

Local time

4:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°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

41 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 36m on the road

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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 87% of your journey on high-speed roads. You'll spend a significant amount of time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, including a continuous stretch of 24.3 miles. The Mid-County Expressway and PA-378 also contribute to this fast-paced character. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal interruptions, allowing for steady progress towards your destination.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.3 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.7 miles you will encounter 22 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 17 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.5 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Bethlehem, PA to Boothwyn, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

Patp

16.6 mi in | ~30m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 67.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 24.3 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $3.17 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Boothwyn, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 17 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.5 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Boothwyn, PA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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