Origin
Dimock, PA
Morning in Dimock on Tuesday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dimock, PA to Bethlehem, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
106.2 mi
171 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
★
6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dimock, PA
Haneul Trac
Bethlehem, PA
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Trip Overview
This 105.8-mile journey from Dimock, PA, to Bethlehem, PA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads, including State Route 2024 and Dimock to Brooklyn Road, with a brief stint on Main Street. With no highway driving, expect a more intimate and potentially slower pace. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $18. This route is perfect for a straightforward day trip within the Northeast region, offering a direct connection between two points without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.1 miles from Dimock, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PA 33 | 24.8 mi | 31m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| I 81 | 23 mi | 28m |
| Keystone Shortway | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| State Route 106 | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Easton Avenue | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| State Route 2024 | 2.6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
PA 33
— 24.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dimock, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on this road
54 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto State Route 2024
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 2024
3
Continue on Dimock to Brooklyn Road
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Dimock to Brooklyn Road
4
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Turn slight left onto Potter Road
1.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Potter Road
6
Continue on Kingsley Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Kingsley Road
7
Turn straight onto Wickizer Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Wickizer Road
8
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Main Street
9
Turn slight right onto PA 106
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 106
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
11
Merge onto I 81
23 mi
·
28 min
·
I 81
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
16
Merge onto I 80
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 302A
Toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto PA 33
25 mi
·
31 min
·
PA 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward William Penn Highway
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto William Penn Highway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
William Penn Highway
21
Continue on Easton Avenue
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Easton Avenue
22
Turn left onto Linden Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Linden Street
23
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow for any unexpected delays or the simple pleasure of taking your time. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is not excessively long, you can be flexible with when and where you choose to take breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads can sometimes be more spread out between services than major highways; the estimated $18 fuel cost should give you a good baseline. A practical tip for this route: be sure to have your GPS or a reliable map handy, as the numerous turns on State Route 2024 and Dimock to Brooklyn Road can be easy to miss if you're not paying close attention.
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 53.1 miles from Dimock, PA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.8 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 23 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.1 miles or 1h 19m 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 Bethlehem, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dimock, 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 Dimock, PA
This is one driving day of about 106.2 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Dimock, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on PA 33 for about 24.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.1 miles from Dimock, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 37.7 and 100.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
37.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
6
42.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380 toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
6
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
7
75.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 302A
Toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
6
100.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward William Penn Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward William Penn Highway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.61 one way
$35.21 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $19.28 | $38.57 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.60 | $41.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.45 | $46.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.15 | $5.10 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.29 | $4.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.87 | $6.80 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Bethlehem, PA
Morning in Bethlehem on Tuesday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
1 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
2h 28m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
$10
near mile 76.9
Park Closure: Routine Winter Service Levels in Effect
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive on this route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. The entire 105.8 miles will keep you engaged with frequent turns and changes in direction, rather than long stretches of straight road. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests that you'll be managing your speed and navigation consistently. This type of driving demands your attention but allows for a more varied experience as you pass through different local landscapes.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.8 mi on PA 33.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on PA 33 and I 380. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.7 miles in near US 6.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 12 significant decision points across 106.2 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 37.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.1 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 65.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dimock, PA and Bethlehem, PA, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford and William Penn Highway.
Mt Pocono
37.7 mi in
|
~1h 1m
|
via US 6
Milford
38.4 mi in
|
~1h 2m
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via I 84; I 380
William Penn Highway
100.5 mi in
|
~2h 18m
About the Cities
Starting in Dimock, PA
Full guide →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 2h 28m. Total distance: 106.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.8 miles on PA 33. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 37.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.1 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 65.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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