How far is Bethlehem, PA from Lykens, PA?
The driving distance from Bethlehem, PA to Lykens, PA is about 82.2 miles (132.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 49m 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 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Borough of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bethlehem and Lykens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem and Lykens.
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Start on Linden Street
112 m · 13 sec · Linden Street
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Turn right onto East Union Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · East Union Boulevard
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Take the ramp right
1240 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bethlehem Spur Route
2.3 mi · 3 min · Bethlehem Spur Route
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Keep slight left to continue on US 22 West: Allentown
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Lehigh Valley Thruway
9.8 mi · 13 min · Lehigh Valley Thruway
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Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
38.5 mi · 46 min · William Penn Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 501: Bethel
806 ft · 22 sec
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Turn right onto Lancaster Avenue
4.7 mi · 7 min · Lancaster Avenue
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Continue on Bethel Road
2.9 mi · 4 min · Bethel Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Rock Road
2108 ft · 1 min · Rock Road
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Continue on East Wood Street
1094 ft · 20 sec · East Wood Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Tulpehocken Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Tulpehocken Street
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Continue on Tremont Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Tremont Road
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Turn left onto Molleystown Road
756 ft · 18 sec · Molleystown Road
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Take the ramp left
1476 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 209: Tremont, Tower City
1661 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right
14.6 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto Market Street
36 m · 5 sec · Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bethlehem and Lykens.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
William Penn Highway
Merge slight left onto William Penn Highway
38.5 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Bethlehem and Chance Rain Showers near Lykens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bethlehem to Lykens?
The road trip is about 82.2 miles (132.3 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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?
Centerport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41 miles from Bethlehem and 41.2 miles from Lykens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.85 one way or $23.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Bethlehem and Chance Rain Showers near Lykens.
Stop Ideas Near Centerport
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Centerport.
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Coatesville
Downingtown
Parkesburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bethlehem and Lykens. Straight-line distance: 69.9 mi (112.49 km).
#1 Bethlehem
The second most populous city in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 74,892 |
| Coordinates | 40.6259300, -75.3704600 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lykens
Borough in northeastern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,771 |
| Coordinates | 40.5667500, -76.7005200 |
| Altitude | 210 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lykens (-76.70052, 40.56675)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $4.09 | $11.85 | $23.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $14.37 | $28.73 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $17.34 | $34.68 |
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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