How far is Bethlehem, PA from South Lebanon, PA?
The driving distance from Bethlehem, PA to South Lebanon, PA is about 67.4 miles (108.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58 miles (93.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 01m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 30m.
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Halfway Point
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Borough in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bethlehem and South Lebanon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethlehem and South Lebanon.
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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 · 29 sec
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Turn left onto Lancaster Avenue
1546 ft · 43 sec · Lancaster Avenue
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Continue on Lancaster Avenue
1.2 mi · 1 min · Lancaster Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lancaster Avenue
4.1 mi · 5 min · Lancaster Avenue
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Continue on North College Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North College Street
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Turn right onto West Lincoln Avenue
2.5 mi · 4 min · West Lincoln Avenue
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Continue on East Cumberland Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · East Cumberland Street
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Turn left onto South 5th Avenue
1907 ft · 44 sec · South 5th Avenue
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Turn right onto East Pershing Avenue
1416 ft · 42 sec · East Pershing Avenue
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Turn left onto South 3rd Avenue
2225 ft · 2 min · South 3rd Avenue
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Turn right onto Horst Avenue
20 m · 3 sec · Horst Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Horst Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bethlehem and South Lebanon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bethlehem to South Lebanon?
The road trip is about 67.4 miles (108.5 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Hamburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.6 miles from Bethlehem and 33.7 miles from South Lebanon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58 miles (93.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.72 one way or $19.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Bethlehem and Rain Showers near South Lebanon.
Stop Ideas Near Hamburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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White Haven, PA
Lancaster station
Coatesville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bethlehem and South Lebanon. Straight-line distance: 58.03 mi (93.39 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 South Lebanon
Township in southern Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 10,042 |
| Coordinates | 40.3284300, -76.4030200 |
| Altitude | 156 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Lebanon (-76.40302, 40.32843)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 108 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $9.72 | $19.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $10.95 | $21.89 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $14.23 | $28.46 |
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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