Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
90.1 mi
145 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
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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Yorklyn, PA
Haneul Trac
Planning a trip from Bethlehem, PA to Yorklyn, PA? This 90.1-mile journey takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes and is easily manageable as a day trip. You'll primarily navigate Warren Street Bypass, US 30, and US 222, with about 27% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $15, and with no recommended stops, you have flexibility in your timing. This drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a straightforward path between two Pennsylvania locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45 miles from Bethlehem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warren Street Bypass | 30 mi | 37m |
| US 30 | 16.8 mi | 22m |
| US 222 | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| West Hamilton Boulevard | 6 mi | 8m |
| Allentown Pike | 6 mi | 10m |
| Kutztown Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Hamilton Boulevard | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| East Broad Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem, PA and Yorklyn, PA.
Start on Linden Street
Turn right onto East Broad Street
Continue on Hanover Avenue
Continue on East Hamilton Street
Keep slight right at fork onto Hamilton Street
Turn right onto North Front Street
Continue on Linden Street
Turn left onto North 15th Street
Turn right onto PA 222
Continue on PA 222
Continue on PA 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222
Enter roundabout onto US 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
Enter roundabout onto US 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222
Enter roundabout onto US 222
Continue on US 222
Enter roundabout onto US 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222
Continue on US 222 BUS
Continue on US 222 BUS
Take the ramp
Merge onto PA 12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 222
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Kreutz Creek Road
Turn right onto PA 462
Continue on PA 462
Turn right onto Silver Spur Drive
Turn left onto Eastgate Drive
Turn right onto Valley Brook Drive
Turn left onto Stony Brook Drive
Turn right onto Concord Road
Turn right onto Oakleigh Drive
Arrive at destination
Since this drive is just over 90 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 9 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility. Consider departing Bethlehem, PA, mid-morning to avoid peak traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, you won't need extensive refueling stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Pay attention to the various road segments, especially the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, ensuring you're prepared for frequent changes in direction as you transition between Warren Street Bypass, US 30, and US 222.
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 20 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45 miles or 1h 8m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yorklyn, 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 90.1 miles and 2h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 45 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 5.3 and 69 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto Hamilton Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Keep slight left at fork onto US 222
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto PA 12 / Warren Street Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 222 toward US 30 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$14.94 one way
$29.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.36 | $32.72 |
| premium | $4.93 | $17.47 | $34.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.89 | $39.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27 | 0 | $9.46 | $4.32 |
| Efficient EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.88 | $3.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36 | 0 | $12.61 | $5.77 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Morning in Bethlehem on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Yorklyn on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 90.1-mile route. While 27% of the journey involves highway driving, the overall feel is more about navigating local roads and interconnections. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30 miles on Warren Street Bypass. This suggests a driving experience that requires attention to road changes and intersections, rather than a monotonous highway cruise.
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 5.3 miles in near Hamilton Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 90.1 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 5.3 miles (Hamilton Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles (US 222 / Hamilton Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.2 miles (US 222): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 90.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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