Bethlehem, PA to Coudersport, PA is 214.7 miles and takes about 5 hours via the Keystone Shortway and US 15, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. The drive is primarily on surface roads, making it a more leisurely pace compared to a pure interstate trip. With only one recommended stop and a single day suggested, this route is ideal for a straightforward transit between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
45.3 mi
49m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
28.5 mi
39m
US 15
27.6 mi
31m
US Highway 15
11.7 mi
16m
Route 287
10.6 mi
18m
Route 414
9.8 mi
16m
Macarthur Road
7.4 mi
10m
Lehigh Drive
7 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 45.3 mi, about 49m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 20 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,305 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,873
Quietest
2 AM
~209 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Coudersport, PA.
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Start on Linden Street
367 ft·13 sec·Linden Street
2
Turn right onto East Union Boulevard
0.8 mi·1 min·East Union Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
4
Merge onto PA 378
2.3 mi·3 min·Bethlehem Spur Route
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward US 22 West: AllentownUse the slight left lane.
6
Merge onto US 22
3.2 mi·4 min·Lehigh Valley Thruway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Toward PA 145Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
241 ft·9 sec
Toward PA 145 NorthUse the right lane.
9
Merge onto PA 145
4.5 mi·7 min·MacArthur Road
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on PA 145
7.4 mi·10 min·Macarthur Road
11
Continue on PA 145
1.0 mi·1 min·South Best Avenue
12
Continue on PA 145
0.4 mi·33 sec·North Best Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on PA 145
1.4 mi·1 min·Riverview Drive
14
At end of road, turn left onto PA 248
7.0 mi·9 min·Lehigh Drive
15
Turn left onto US 209
0.5 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on US 209
0.1 mi·7 sec·Bankway Street
17
Continue on US 209
0.6 mi·55 sec·Sargent Stanley Hoffman Boulevard
Toward US 209 SouthUse the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 209
0.9 mi·1 min·North 1st Street
19
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi·2 min·Mauch Chunk Street
20
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi·39 sec·Susquehanna Street
21
Turn right onto US 209
123 ft·1 sec·Lehigh Avenue
22
Continue on US 209
0.5 mi·32 sec·Lehigh Street
23
Continue on US 209
0.3 mi·22 sec·Lehigh Avenue
24
Continue on US 209
2.5 mi·3 min·East Catawissa Street
25
Turn right onto PA 93
523 ft·7 sec·Hudson Drive
26
Continue on State Route 93
2.8 mi·3 min·Hunter Street
27
Continue on PA 93
5.7 mi·8 min·Hudson Drive
28
Continue on PA 93
0.5 mi·34 sec·Broad Street
29
Continue on PA 93
1.0 mi·1 min·Berwick Street
30
Continue on PA 93
3.8 mi·4 min·East Broad Street
31
Continue on PA 93; PA 924
0.5 mi·39 sec·North Broad Street
32
Turn straight onto PA 93
2.3 mi·3 min·Susquehanna Boulevard
33
Continue on PA 93
0.2 mi·31 sec·Valmont Parkway
34
Continue on PA 93
3.7 mi·7 min·State Route 93
35
Continue on PA 93
0.8 mi·1 min·Berwick Hazleton Highway
36
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
37
Merge onto I 80
45 mi·49 min·Keystone Shortway
38
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 210A-BToward US 15: Lewisburg, WilliamsportUse the slight right lane.
39
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·40 sec
Exit 210BToward US 15 North: Williamsport
40
Merge onto US 15
2.6 mi·3 min·Westbranch Highway
41
Continue on US 15
12 mi·16 min·US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
42
Continue on US 15
1.1 mi·1 min·Montgomery Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
43
Continue on US 15
0.6 mi·1 min·Hastings Street
44
Continue on US 15
0.4 mi·58 sec·Market Street
Use the left lane.
45
Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 15
Use the left lane.
46
Merge onto I 180; US 15; US 220
1.6 mi·2 min·Susquehanna Beltway
47
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
27 mi·31 min·US 15
Exit 29Toward US 15 North: MansfieldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 162Toward PA 414: Morris, LibertyUse the slight right lane.
49
Turn left onto PA 414
3.0 mi·5 min·Route 414
50
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 414
6.8 mi·11 min·Route 414
51
Continue on PA 287
11 mi·18 min·Route 287
52
Continue on PA 287
1.2 mi·2 min·Central Avenue
53
Turn left onto PA 660
0.3 mi·41 sec·Main Street
54
Continue on PA 660
0.9 mi·1 min·West Avenue
55
Continue on PA 660
1.7 mi·2 min·Route 660
56
Continue on PA 362
5.3 mi·9 min·Pinecreek Road
57
Turn left onto US 6
11 mi·16 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
58
Continue on US 6
1.7 mi·4 min·East Main Street
59
Continue on US 6
17 mi·23 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
60
Continue on US 6; PA 44
4.1 mi·7 min·East Second Street
61
Arrive at destination
US 6; PA 44
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour estimated drive time, starting in the morning from Bethlehem will allow you to reach Coudersport with plenty of daylight to spare. The route includes only one suggested stop, so plan your breaks accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or when you transition from highway to surface roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you move onto the surface roads, as services may be more spread out. The estimated fuel cost of $35 is a good starting point for budgeting.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107.4 miles from Bethlehem, PA, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.3 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 47 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.4 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coudersport, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bethlehem, PA
This is one driving day of about 214.7 miles and 5h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Bethlehem, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 45.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 150.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
3.4 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 22 West: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 22 West: Allentown
8
7.7 mi into trip|~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 145 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward PA 145 North
8
104 mi into trip|~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 210A-B
Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
8
123 mi into trip|~2h 45m in|US 15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15 toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
8
150.3 mi into trip|~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward PA 414: Morris, Liberty
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 162
Toward PA 414: Morris, Liberty
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.50 one way
$74.99 round trip
$4.44/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$41.06
$82.11
premium
$5.20
$43.92
$87.84
diesel
$6.28
$53.05
$106.10
Estimated Tolls: $0.23
Lehigh Valley Thruway
(3.2 mi)$0.23
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
$38
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.4
0
$22.54
$10.31
Efficient EV
53.7
0
$18.79
$8.59
EV Truck/SUV
85.9
1
$30.06
$13.74
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Bethlehem, PA
Morning
in Bethlehem on Thursday
Local time
7:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Sunny
NE 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Coudersport, PA
Morning
in Coudersport on Thursday
Local time
7:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Sunny
NW 0 to 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
62°F
Newberry, PA
107 mi in
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
2 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
5h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 30% of this 214.7-mile drive on highways. The longest continuous stretch on a main road, the Keystone Shortway, is 45.3 miles. After that, expect to transition to more surface roads for the remainder of your trip. This means you'll experience more varied speed limits and potentially pass through more towns and local traffic.
Only 30% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
61 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.3 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 214.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 104 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,755 ft356 ft
Total Climb
2,793 ft
Total Descent
1,497 ft
Highest Point
1,755 ft
~153.4 mi in
Elevation Range
1,399 ft
Notable High Points
1,581 ft at ~46 miles+575 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bethlehem, PA and Coudersport, PA, road signs point toward Williamsport and Liberty.
Bethlehem is one of three cities, along with Allentown and Easton, that are the urban population centers of the Lehigh Valley in eastern Pennsylvania.
In the Lehigh Valley, Bethlehem borders Nazareth to its northwest, Allentown to its west, Hellertown to its southeast, and Easton to its east. The city is about 70 miles (110 km) north of Philadelphia, the sixth-largest city in the United States, and about 80 miles (130 km) west of New York City, the nation's largest city.
Top landmarks
•Bethlehem Waterworks — pump-powered public water supply
•Historic Moravian Bethlehem Historic District — complex of the oldest surviving buildings in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
•Cathedral Church of the Nativity — church in Pennsylvania, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h. Total distance: 214.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.23 in tolls one way, starting with Lehigh Valley Thruway. 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.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Coudersport, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 104 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Coudersport, PA before the return drive.
