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Trip from Ebensburg, 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

4h 38m

Distance

233.3 mi

376 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 25m ★
6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 48m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 4m
8 PM
4h 30m

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

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borough of Pennsylvania, United States

Ebensburg, PA

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city in Lehigh and Northampton counties, Pennsylvania, USA

Bethlehem, PA

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Trip Overview

This 233-mile journey from Ebensburg, PA, to Bethlehem, PA, is a manageable one-day drive, estimated to take about 4 hours and 38 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of major roadways, with 52% of the trip on highways, including stretches of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-99. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $39, making it a budget-friendly option. Given its duration and distance, it's well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. This drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent travel experience across Pennsylvania.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

116.7 miles from Ebensburg, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 81 mi 1h 29m
William Penn Highway 59.2 mi 1h 10m
I 99 27.2 mi 29m
American Legion Memorial Highway 22.5 mi 27m
I 81 12.7 mi 15m
Lehigh Valley Thruway 10.3 mi 14m
78th Division Highway 7.6 mi 8m
Bethlehem Spur Route 1.8 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 81 mi, about 1h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on East High Street

0.3 mi · 50 sec · East High Street
2

Turn slight right onto Rowena Drive

0.6 mi · 1 min · Rowena Drive
3

Merge onto Admiral Peary Highway

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Admiral Peary Highway
Toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg
4

Turn left

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg Use the left lane.
5

Merge onto US 22

16 mi · 19 min · William Penn Highway
6

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 45 sec · this road
Toward I 99, US 220: Altoona, Bedford
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Toward I 99 South, US 220 South: Bedford
8

Merge onto I 99; US 220

27 mi · 29 min · I 99; US 220
9

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
10

Keep slight right at fork

284 ft · 8 sec
Toward US 220 Business South: Bedford
11

Turn slight right onto US 220 BUS

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Business 220
12

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward I 70, I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Harrisburg
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 76 East, I 70 East: Harrisburg
14

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

81 mi · 1 hr 29 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
15

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min
Toward I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 54 sec
Toward US 11 North: Harrisburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on US 11

1.1 mi · 2 min · Harrisburg Pike
Use the straight lane.
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 81 North: Harrisburg
19

Merge onto I 81

13 mi · 15 min · I 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward US 11, US 15: Enola, Marysville
21

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Toward US 11 North, US 15 North: Marysville
22

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 32 sec
23

Merge onto I 81

0.7 mi · 1 min · George N. Wade Memorial Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Continue on I 81

3.4 mi · 4 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
25

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

19 mi · 22 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 45 sec
Exit 89 Toward I 78 East: Allentown
27

Continue on I 78

7.6 mi · 8 min · 78th Division Highway
28

Continue on I 78; US 22

43 mi · 50 min · William Penn Highway
Use the straight lane.
29

Keep slight right at fork onto US 22

10 mi · 14 min · Lehigh Valley Thruway
Exit 51 Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport Use the slight right lane.
30

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem, Schoenersville Road Use the slight right lane.
31

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Continue on PA 378

1.8 mi · 2 min · Bethlehem Spur Route
33

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Exit 2 Toward Eighth Avenue Use the slight right lane.
34

Turn right onto 8th Avenue

0.1 mi · 22 sec · 8th Avenue
35

Turn left onto West Union Boulevard

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Union Boulevard
36

Turn left onto Center Street

423 ft · 11 sec · Center Street
37

Turn right onto East Goepp Street

0.3 mi · 49 sec · East Goepp Street
38

Turn right onto Linden Street

57 ft · 1 sec · Linden Street
39

Arrive at destination

Linden Street

Trip Plan

For this 4.5-hour drive, starting early in the morning is recommended to maximize your daylight and minimize potential traffic. While it's a single-day trip, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, especially considering the 81-mile longest stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $39, and it's always wise to top off before longer highway segments. The flexibility of a shorter drive like this means you can adjust your pace as needed, perhaps making a spontaneous stop if you see something interesting along William Penn Highway.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116.7 miles from Ebensburg, PA, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81 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 51 miles or 1h in

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

Halfway reset

Around 116.7 miles or 2h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 44m

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

Before You Leave

+

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

+

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 Ebensburg, PA

This is one driving day of about 233.3 miles and 4h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Ebensburg, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 81 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hagerstown, MD

117 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

Oil City, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hilltown, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 116.7 miles from Ebensburg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81 miles.

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.

Spice Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour Moderately mile 133.3

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 2–11 pm

+17176913131

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 233.3

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 29

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 229.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward US 22 East: Hollidaysburg
7
128.6 mi into trip | ~2h 25m in

Take the exit toward I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg

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 I 81, US 11: Carlisle, Harrisburg
7
129.5 mi into trip | ~2h 27m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 11 North: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 11 North: Harrisburg
9
219.1 mi into trip | ~4h 17m in | US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 51 Toward US 22 East: Pennsylvania Turnpike, LVI A...
8
229.6 mi into trip | ~4h 31m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.68 one way

$77.36 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $42.36 $84.72
premium $4.93 $45.25 $90.49
diesel $5.61 $51.51 $103.02

Estimated Tolls: $11.25

Pennsylvania Turnpike (81 mi) $10.53
Lehigh Valley Thruway (10.3 mi) $0.72

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

$39

Tolls

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$75–$100

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 81.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 70 0 $24.50 $11.20
Efficient EV 58.3 0 $20.41 $9.33
EV Truck/SUV 93.3 1 $32.66 $14.93

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Ebensburg, PA

Afternoon in Ebensburg on Sunday

Local time

12:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bethlehem, PA

Afternoon in Bethlehem on Sunday

Local time

12:41 PM

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

9 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

4h 38m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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.

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 128.7
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 169
View on nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Memorial

Johnstown Flood National Memorial

National Memorial

The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

21 mi from route ~52 min detour Free near mile 48.3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending efficient highway travel with other road types. With over half the journey on highways, you'll experience stretches of faster-paced driving, particularly during the 81-mile segment on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The presence of routes like William Penn Highway and I-99 suggests a varied road character, transitioning between high-speed corridors and potentially more local or scenic roadways. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind for the entire trip.

52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 1.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 29 significant decision points across 233.3 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 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 128.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 129.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

2,135 ft 356 ft

Total Climb

392 ft

Total Descent

2,172 ft

Highest Point

2,135 ft

Elevation Range

1,779 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Ebensburg, PA and Bethlehem, PA, road signs point toward Bedford, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Patp: Pittsburgh, Marysville and Lvi Airport.

Bedford

17.8 mi in | ~22m

Pittsburgh

45.9 mi in | ~52m

Harrisburg

45.9 mi in | ~52m

Patp: Pittsburgh

47.1 mi in | ~55m

Marysville

143.8 mi in | ~2h 46m

Lvi Airport

219.1 mi in | ~4h 17m | via US 22

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 4h 38m. Total distance: 233.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 81 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $11.25 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 128.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 129.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Johnstown Flood National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Bethlehem, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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