Origin
Greenwood, PA
Morning in Greenwood on Tuesday
Local time
6:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwood, 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
4h 9m
Distance
207.2 mi
334 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 56m
★
6 AM
4h 9m
8 AM
4h 35m
10 AM
4h 18m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 34m
8 PM
4h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwood, PA
Haneul Trac
Bethlehem, PA
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 207.2-mile journey from Greenwood to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, will take approximately 4 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing the Keystone Shortway, I-99, and the William Penn Highway, this route offers a manageable single-day adventure. With a fuel cost estimated at $34, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Northeast region. The drive is characterized by its turn-heavy local feel, suggesting a pace that allows for appreciating the scenery as you go. Given its duration and character, this trip is well-suited as a day trip, though you could easily extend it with an overnight stop if desired.
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
103.6 miles from Greenwood, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 63.4 mi | 1h 8m |
| I 99 | 46.9 mi | 52m |
| William Penn Highway | 21.6 mi | 26m |
| State Route 54 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| Center Avenue | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| Elysburg Road | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Sunbury Road | 9.4 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 63.4 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, PA and Bethlehem, PA.
1
Start on Harvard Lane
133 ft
·
8 sec
·
Harvard Lane
2
Turn right onto US 220 Business; PA 764
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Pleasant Valley Boulevard
3
Turn right onto PA 764
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sabbath Rest Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Tyrone
5
Merge onto I 99; US 220
31 mi
·
32 min
·
I 99; US 220
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220; US 322
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 99; US 220; US 322
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 99; US 220
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 99; US 220
Toward I 99 North, US 220 North: Bellefonte
8
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 80; US 220
63 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
Keystone Shortway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward PA 54: Danville, Washingtonville
11
Turn slight left
79 ft
·
2 sec
12
Turn right onto PA 54
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Continental Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on PA 54
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Factory Street
14
Continue on PA 54
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Danville-Riverside Bridge Road
15
Turn left onto PA 54
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Elysburg Road
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on PA 54
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 54
17
Continue on PA 901
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Locust Gap Highway
18
Continue on PA 901
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Fairgrounds Road
19
Continue on PA 901
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Sunbury Road
20
Continue on PA 901
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunbury Street
21
Turn right onto PA 901
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Minersville Highway
22
Turn right onto PA 901
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Gordon Nagle Trail
23
Continue on PA 901
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Sillyman Street
24
Turn left onto PA 183
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pottsville Street
25
Turn right onto PA 61
493 ft
·
6 sec
·
Route 61 South
26
Continue on PA 61
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Center Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on PA 61
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Centre Street
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
29
Merge onto I 78; US 22
22 mi
·
26 min
·
William Penn Highway
Use the straight lane.
30
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.
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem, Schoenersville Road
Use the slight right lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward PA 378 South: Bethlehem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Continue on PA 378
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Bethlehem Spur Route
34
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 2
Toward Eighth Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
35
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
8th Avenue
36
Turn left onto West Union Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Union Boulevard
37
Turn left onto Center Street
423 ft
·
11 sec
·
Center Street
38
Turn right onto East Goepp Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Goepp Street
39
Turn right onto Linden Street
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
Linden Street
40
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour, 9-minute drive, consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time for any spontaneous stops. The total fuel cost is estimated at $34, so plan accordingly. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. The longest stretch without a significant break is 63.4 miles on the Keystone Shortway, so be mindful of your fuel and rest needs before embarking on that segment. Given the turn-heavy nature of this route, staying alert and enjoying the local scenery will make the 207.2 miles fly by.
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 103.6 miles from Greenwood, PA, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.4 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 46 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.6 miles or 1h 55m 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 18m
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 Greenwood, 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 Greenwood, PA
This is one driving day of about 207.2 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Greenwood, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 63.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.6 miles from Greenwood, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.4 miles.
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 255 decision points cluster between mile 50.1 and 205.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
50.1 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Turn left toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 80 East, US 220 North: Williamsport
9
193 mi into trip
|
~3h 47m 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...
7
203.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 1m 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
203.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m 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
205.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 5m 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
$34.35 one way
$68.70 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $37.62 | $75.24 |
| premium | $4.93 | $40.18 | $80.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.75 | $91.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.72
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
$34
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.76 | $9.95 |
| Efficient EV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.13 | $8.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.9 | 1 | $29.01 | $13.26 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Destination
Bethlehem, PA
Morning in Bethlehem on Tuesday
Local time
6:42 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
15 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 9m 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.
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...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
Free
near mile 157.2
Park Closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene
Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia
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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
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 turn-heavy local drive for this 207.2-mile trip, with only 28% of the route on highways. While you'll experience stretches on the Keystone Shortway, I-99, and William Penn Highway, the overall feel is more about navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 63.4 miles on the Keystone Shortway. This blend means you'll have opportunities for both faster travel and more winding, engaging driving as you transition between different road types. The road's personality shifts, offering a dynamic experience behind the wheel.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.4 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 50.1 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 25 significant decision points across 207.2 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 50.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193 miles (US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.3 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greenwood, PA and Bethlehem, PA, road signs point toward Washingtonville and Lvi Airport.
Washingtonville
113.8 mi in
|
~2h 6m
Lvi Airport
193 mi in
|
~3h 47m
|
via US 22
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 9m. Total distance: 207.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.4 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.72 in tolls one way, starting with Lehigh Valley Thruway. 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 50.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193 miles (US 22 / Lehigh Valley Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Johnstown Flood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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