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Trip from Dallas, PA to Bethlehem, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 39m

Distance

76.5 mi

123 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m

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

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borough in northern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Dallas, PA

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city in Lehigh and Northampton counties, Pennsylvania, USA

Bethlehem, PA

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 76.5-mile drive from Dallas, PA to Bethlehem, PA takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on major roadways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Lehigh Valley Thruway, with about 75% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, and with no recommended stops, you can easily complete this journey in a single go. This route stays within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a direct connection between two points in the state.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

38.2 miles from Dallas, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 47.8 mi 52m
Lehigh Valley Thruway 8.6 mi 11m
PA 309 5.5 mi 7m
Memorial Highway 4.7 mi 9m
PA 115 4.3 mi 7m
Bethlehem Spur Route 1.8 mi 2m
West Union Boulevard 1 mi 2m
East Goepp Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 47.8 mi, about 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on PA 415

4.7 mi · 9 min · Memorial Highway
2

Continue on PA 309

5.5 mi · 7 min · PA 309
3

Continue on PA 115

4.3 mi · 7 min · PA 115
4

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward PATP
5

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward PATP
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
7

Merge onto I 476; PATP

48 mi · 52 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 56 Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
9

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward US 22 East: Allentown
10

Merge onto US 22

8.6 mi · 11 min · Lehigh Valley Thruway
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem, Schoenersville Road Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on PA 378

1.8 mi · 2 min · Bethlehem Spur Route
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Exit 2 Toward Eighth Avenue Use the slight right lane.
15

Turn right onto 8th Avenue

0.1 mi · 22 sec · 8th Avenue
16

Turn left onto West Union Boulevard

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Union Boulevard
17

Turn left onto Center Street

423 ft · 11 sec · Center Street
18

Turn right onto East Goepp Street

0.3 mi · 49 sec · East Goepp Street
19

Turn right onto Linden Street

57 ft · 1 sec · Linden Street
20

Arrive at destination

Linden Street

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of just under two hours, this trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps avoiding the morning rush hour out of Dallas, PA. With no mandated stops, you can decide on your own break schedule, though there are ample opportunities for fuel and rest along the way. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a planned stop is nearly 48 miles on the Turnpike. The estimated fuel cost of $13 is quite manageable for this journey.

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 38.2 miles from Dallas, PA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.8 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 17 miles or 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 38.2 miles or 51m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethlehem, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Dallas, PA

This is one driving day of about 76.5 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Dallas, 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 47.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough and county seat of Carbon County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jim Thorpe, PA

38 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

Hudson, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lehighton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.2 miles from Dallas, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

EV Connect Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 10.9

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

+18668167584

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 43.7

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 5.5

Kingston, Pennsylvania

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 32.8

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 32.8

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 32.8

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 10.9

Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 32.8

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Lehigh Millennium Folk Arch and Art Enclave

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 76.5

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 14.9 and 74.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
14.9 mi into trip | ~25m in

Keep slight left at fork toward PATP

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward PATP
6
63.3 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Take the exit toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 56 Toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisbu...
7
72.5 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem, Schoenersville Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem, Schoenersville...
8
72.7 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Keep slight right at fork toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem
7
74.7 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the exit toward Eighth Avenue

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2 Toward Eighth Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.68 one way

$25.37 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $13.89 $27.78
premium $4.93 $14.84 $29.67
diesel $5.61 $16.89 $33.78

Estimated Tolls: $6.82

Pennsylvania Turnpike (47.8 mi) $6.22
Lehigh Valley Thruway (8.6 mi) $0.60

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

$13

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23 0 $8.03 $3.67
Efficient EV 19.1 0 $6.69 $3.06
EV Truck/SUV 30.6 0 $10.71 $4.90

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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 18, 2026

Origin

Dallas, PA

Morning in Dallas on Sunday

Local time

7:33 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bethlehem, PA

Morning in Bethlehem on Sunday

Local time

7:33 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°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

7 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 39m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 76.5-mile trip, with 75% of the mileage on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 47.8 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, providing a consistent pace. You'll transition to roads like the Lehigh Valley Thruway and PA 309, which may offer a slightly different driving experience as you approach your destination. Overall, this route prioritizes efficient travel with minimal deviations.

75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Lehigh Valley Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.5 miles you will encounter 14 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 14.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 63.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Dallas, PA and Bethlehem, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Harrisburg.

Patp

14.5 mi in | ~24m

Harrisburg

63.3 mi in | ~1h 18m

About the Cities

Arriving in Bethlehem, PA

Full guide →

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.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 76.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 47.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.82 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 Bethlehem, 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 14.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 63.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bethlehem, 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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