Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
14.9 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
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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Spinnerstown, PA
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This short 14.9-mile drive from Bethlehem, PA to Spinnerstown, PA is easily manageable in just 28 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes PA-378, Steinsburg Road, and Main Street, offering a mixed driving experience. With a low estimated fuel cost of around $2, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Since both locations are within Pennsylvania's Northeast region, you won't be crossing state lines or encountering significant regional shifts. This straightforward journey is ideal for a quick excursion without the need for an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA-378 | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| Steinsburg Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Locust Valley Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Allentown Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Linden Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Wyandotte Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Fahy Bridge | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Spinnerstown, 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
Continue on Main Street
Turn right onto Linden Street
Continue on Locust Valley Road
Continue on Allentown Road
Turn right onto Cassel Road
Turn left onto Steinsburg Road
Turn left onto Spinnerstown Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 14.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto East Church Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Cassel Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Spinnerstown Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.47 one way
$4.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.71 | $5.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.95 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Night in Bethlehem on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Night in Spinnerstown on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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.
You'll find this drive to be a mixed bag, with about 34% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.1 miles on PA-378, offering a brief period of consistent travel. As you transition from PA-378 to Steinsburg Road and then Main Street, expect the road character to evolve. This blend means you'll experience both more open driving and potentially more local traffic as you approach your destination. It's a dynamic route that keeps you engaged without being overly demanding.
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 0.5 miles in near East Church Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 28m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (East Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 14.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Straightforward navigation.
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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