Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
85.6 mi
138 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
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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Summerhill, PA
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This 85.6-mile drive from Bethlehem, PA, to Summerhill, PA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on Route 100, Chestnut Street, and Limestone Road, with about 31% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $14, making it an economical option. It's a straightforward trip that doesn't require an overnight stop, offering a pleasant drive through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania without any planned stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.8 miles from Bethlehem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 100 | 26.4 mi | 42m |
| Chestnut Street | 10.9 mi | 18m |
| Limestone Road | 7 mi | 10m |
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| Kennett-Oxford Bypass | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Gum Tree Road | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Lehigh Street | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| West Uwchlan Avenue | 3.3 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Summerhill, PA.
Start on Linden Street
Turn right onto East Broad Street
Continue on Hanover Avenue
Continue on East Hamilton Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Union Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Martin Luther King Junior Drive
Turn left onto PA 145
Continue on Lehigh Street
Continue on State Avenue
Turn right onto East Harrison Street
Continue on North Street
Turn left onto PA 29
Turn right onto PA 29
Continue on PA 100
Turn right onto PA 113
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 82
Keep slight right at fork onto South 1st Avenue
Continue on Youngsburg Road
Turn slight right onto Buck Run Road
Continue on Gum Tree Road
At end of road, turn left onto PA 10
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1
Take the exit
Turn right onto PA 272
Continue on PA 272
Turn right onto Pine Grove Road
Arrive at destination
Given the 2-hour and 21-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Plan to leave in the morning to make the most of your day. With no designated stops, you have the freedom to pull over as needed, perhaps during the 26.4-mile stretch on Route 100 if you require a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14, and it's always wise to fuel up before embarking on shorter, less service-heavy routes.
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.
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 19 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.8 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Summerhill, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bethlehem, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 85.6 miles and 2h 21m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 42.8 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 0.3 and 70.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto East Broad Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto Union Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Coatesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto PA 10 / Limestone Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$14.19 one way
$28.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.60 | $33.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.90 | $37.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.98 | $5.48 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Summerhill on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 31% of the miles on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 26.4 miles, which occurs on Route 100. This suggests you'll encounter periods of faster driving interspersed with stretches that may involve more local road conditions. As you progress, the character of the drive will likely shift, moving from more open highway segments to potentially more built-up or rural sections as you approach your destination.
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 0.3 miles in near East Broad Street.
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 18 significant decision points across 85.6 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 0.3 miles (East Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (Union Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.6 miles (US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bethlehem, PA and Summerhill, PA, road signs point toward Lancaster and Coatesville.
Lancaster
Coatesville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 85.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). 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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