How far is Belfast, PA from Bethlehem, PA?

Fastest route

The route from Belfast, Pennsylvania 18064 to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania takes approximately 20 minutes and covers a distance of 14.1 miles.

Directions

  1. Head south on Sullivan Trail toward Belfast Rd.
  2. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Belfast Rd.
  3. Turn left to merge onto PA-33 S toward Easton.
  4. Follow PA-33 S and take the William Penn Highway exit in Bethlehem Township.
  5. Keep right at the fork and merge onto William Penn Hwy, following signs for Bethlehem/Easton Avenue.
  6. Continue on Easton Ave and Stefko Blvd until you reach Linden St in Bethlehem.
  7. Merge onto William Penn Hwy, pass by Monro Auto Service and Tire Centers, then take a slight left onto Stefko Blvd. Turn right onto Pembroke Rd, followed by a slight right onto E Goepp St. You will reach Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Make sure to follow the road signs and directions carefully.
  • ⚠️ Take note of any possible road closures or traffic updates.
  • ⛽ It's always a good idea to check your fuel level before embarking on a journey.
  • 🕒 Consider the time of day and traffic conditions when planning your trip.
  • 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the route and landmarks beforehand to stay on track.
  • 🚘 Maintain a safe and appropriate speed while driving.
  • 📱 If you're using a navigation app, ensure your device is charged and easily accessible.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
14.76 mi
00h 20m
Flight
11.74 mi
18.89 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
11.74 mi
Kilometers
18.89 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
14.76 mi
Kilometers
23.75 km
Drive Time
00h 20m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bethlehem
Sun, Apr 19, 1:14 AM EDT
Return by in Belfast
Sun, Apr 19, 1:34 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Belfast
2026-04-19T00:53
Arrive Bethlehem
Sun, Apr 19, 1:14 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:21 AM to 7:21 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:48 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Belfast
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Palmer Heights
PA

Census-designated place in Pennsylvania, United States of America

From Belfast
7 mi
00h 10m
To Bethlehem
7.7 mi
00h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
53°F
Sunday

Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph NW
Destination
66°F
Sunday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Belfast and Bethlehem.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Belfast and Bethlehem.

  1. 1

    Start on Sullivan Trail

    25 m · 7 sec · Sullivan Trail

  2. 2

    Turn sharp right onto Belfast Road

    557 ft · 16 sec · Belfast Road

  3. 3

    Turn slight left onto Henry Road

    1312 ft · 41 sec · Henry Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left

    954 ft · 23 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto PA-33

    7.9 mi · 9 min · PA-33

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward William Penn Highway

    1668 ft · 41 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right onto William Penn Highway

    3156 ft · 1 min · William Penn Highway

  8. 8

    Continue on Easton Avenue

    4.4 mi · 8 min · Easton Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Linden Street

    1658 ft · 34 sec · Linden Street

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Linden Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Belfast and Bethlehem.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
10 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
67.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
PA-33
7.89 mi · 53%
Easton Avenue
4.42 mi · 30%
William Penn Highway
0.91 mi · 6%
Henry Road
0.43 mi · 3%
Linden Street
0.31 mi · 2%
Belfast Road
0.11 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

PA-33

Merge slight left onto PA-33

7.89 mi · 00h 09m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 20m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3 mi
11.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Palmer Heights
00h 10m from Belfast
Leave By
7:48 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Rain Showers leaving Belfast and Rain Showers Likely near Bethlehem.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Belfast to Bethlehem?

The road trip is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km) and usually takes 00h 20m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Palmer Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7 miles from Belfast and 7.7 miles from Bethlehem.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 11.7 miles (18.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.12 one way or $4.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Belfast and Rain Showers Likely near Bethlehem.

Stop Ideas Near Palmer Heights

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Palmer Heights, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Palmer Heights.

BUS

White Haven, PA

56 mi away
I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940
RAIL

Trenton Transit Center

68 mi away
72 South Clinton Avenue
RAIL

Princeton Junction station

68 mi away
2 Wallace Road
RAIL

New Brunswick station

72 mi away
French and Albany Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Belfast and Bethlehem. Straight-line distance: 11.74 mi (18.89 km).

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#1 Belfast

Census-designated place in Pennsylvania, United States of America

Population1,422
Coordinates40.7806500, -75.2779600
Altitude160
CountryUnited States
Bethlehem

#2 Bethlehem

The second most populous city in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.

Population74,892
Coordinates40.6259300, -75.3704600
Altitude109
CountryUnited States
Start: Sullivan Trail (Old Route 115) (-75.278397, 40.780555)
End: Linden Street (-75.370434, 40.625929)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 24 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 22m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 14m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 12m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 11m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.52 gal
1.97 L · about $2.12
Round trip
$4.25
1.04 gal · 3.94 L
Estimated CO2
4.6 kg one way
Round trip: 9.2 kg / 20 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $2.12 $4.25
Mid-grade $4.60 $2.39 $4.78
Premium $4.95 $2.58 $5.15
Diesel $5.98 $3.11 $6.22

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Belfast and Bethlehem. The current time is 00:53:18.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.