How far is Bethlehem, NC from Asheville, NC?
The driving distance from Bethlehem, NC to Asheville, NC is about 85.6 miles (137.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in McDowell County, North Carolina, U.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bethlehem and Asheville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem and Asheville.
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Start on Telephone Exchange Road
38 m · 12 sec · Telephone Exchange Road
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Turn left
5.6 mi · 10 min
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Continue on 2nd Street Northeast
1280 ft · 38 sec · 2nd Street Northeast
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Turn right onto 13th Avenue Northeast
1290 ft · 28 sec · 13th Avenue Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 4th Street Drive Northwest
1 km · 1 min · 4th Street Drive Northwest
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Continue on 4th Street Northwest
3032 ft · 1 min · 4th Street Northwest
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Continue on 4th Street Southwest
151 m · 14 sec · 4th Street Southwest
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue Southwest
1.5 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue Southwest
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Turn left onto 13th Street Southwest
2871 ft · 57 sec · 13th Street Southwest
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Turn right onto US 70 Southwest
2.5 mi · 4 min · US 70 Southwest
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Turn left onto I- 40 Access Road Southeast
1.2 mi · 2 min · I- 40 Access Road Southeast
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Take the ramp straight
1492 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
65.4 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Billy Graham Freeway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Billy Graham Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25
918 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bethlehem and Asheville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I- 40 Access Road Southeast
Merge slight left
65.4 mi · 01h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bethlehem and Mostly Sunny near Asheville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bethlehem to Asheville?
The road trip is about 85.6 miles (137.8 km) and usually takes 01h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Marion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.4 miles from Bethlehem and 44.2 miles from Asheville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.96 one way or $23.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bethlehem and Mostly Sunny near Asheville.
Stop Ideas Near Marion
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bethlehem and Asheville. Straight-line distance: 71.66 mi (115.32 km).
#1 Bethlehem
Bethlehem is a place in North Carolina, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8256900, -81.3070300 |
| Altitude | 343 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Asheville
The most populous city in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
| Population | 92,852 |
| Coordinates | 35.6009500, -82.5540200 |
| Altitude | 649 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-82.554029, 35.600953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $11.96 | $23.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $13.38 | $26.75 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.43 | $28.86 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $16.98 | $33.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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