How far is Bridgeport, PA from Bethlehem, PA?

The driving distance from Bridgeport, PA to Bethlehem, PA is about 56 miles (90.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 36 miles (58 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
55.96 mi
01h 06m
Flight
36.01 mi
57.95 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
36.01 mi
Kilometers
57.95 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
55.96 mi
Kilometers
90.06 km
Drive Time
01h 06m

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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 01h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bethlehem
Tue, Nov 10, 7:05 AM EST
Return by in Bridgeport
Tue, Nov 10, 8:12 AM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bridgeport
2026-11-10T05:59
Arrive Bethlehem
Tue, Nov 10, 7:05 AM EST
Route Timing
01h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM EST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:18 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bridgeport
9:30 PM EST
Morning start is best

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
Franconia
PA

Township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

From Bridgeport
23.2 mi
00h 33m
To Bethlehem
32.8 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, Nov 10 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 15 mph W
Destination
63°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Nov 10 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 15 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Mill Street

    1051 ft · 54 sec · Mill Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Front Street

    590 ft · 30 sec · West Front Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Dekalb Street

    1858 ft · 1 min · Dekalb Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto East Lafayette Street

    1.3 mi · 3 min · East Lafayette Street

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Conshohocken Road

    631 ft · 26 sec · Conshohocken Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto East Ridge Pike

    1708 ft · 51 sec · East Ridge Pike

  7. 7

    Continue on East Main Street

    908 ft · 24 sec · East Main Street

  8. 8

    Continue on West Ridge Pike

    1.2 km · 2 min · West Ridge Pike

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 476 North

    2131 ft · 2 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Mid-County Expressway

    1.5 km · 1 min · Mid-County Expressway

  11. 11

    Turn slight left onto Mid-County Expressway

    885 ft · 14 sec · Mid-County Expressway

  12. 12

    Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

    24.3 mi · 26 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward PA 663: Pottstown, Quakertown

    2465 ft · 2 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on PA 663 North: Quakertown

    69 m · 8 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto John Fries Highway

    2.7 mi · 4 min · John Fries Highway

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Portzer Road

    2300 ft · 1 min · Portzer Road

  17. 17

    Exit the roundabout onto Portzer Road

    2098 ft · 59 sec · Portzer Road

  18. 18

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West Pumping Station Road

    2337 ft · 1 min · West Pumping Station Road

  19. 19

    Turn left

    5.1 mi · 8 min

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right

    128 m · 11 sec

  21. 21

    Continue straight

    5.6 mi · 10 min

  22. 22

    Turn right onto Broadway

    1658 ft · 41 sec · Broadway

  23. 23

    Turn right onto West 3rd Street

    897 ft · 38 sec · West 3rd Street

  24. 24

    Turn left onto Fahy Bridge

    1910 ft · 42 sec · Fahy Bridge

  25. 25

    Turn right onto Center Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · Center Street

  26. 26

    Turn right onto East Goepp Street

    1342 ft · 50 sec · East Goepp Street

  27. 27

    Turn right onto Linden Street

    17 m · 1 sec · Linden Street

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Linden Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bridgeport 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
28 steps
18 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
50 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
24.3 mi · 43%
West Pumping Station Road
6.13 mi · 11%
John Fries Highway
2.67 mi · 5%
East Lafayette Street
1.34 mi · 2%
Mid-County Expressway
1.11 mi · 2%
Portzer Road
0.83 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension

24.3 mi · 00h 26m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20 mi
36 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Franconia
00h 33m from Bridgeport
Leave By
4:18 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Bridgeport and Mostly Sunny near Bethlehem.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 56 miles (90.1 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?

Franconia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.2 miles from Bridgeport and 32.8 miles from Bethlehem.

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

The direct path is about 36 miles (58 km), while the road route adds roughly 20 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:18 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.59 one way or $17.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bridgeport and Mostly Sunny near Bethlehem.

Stop Ideas Near Franconia

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Franconia, 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 Franconia.

RAIL

Paoli

31 mi away
13 Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

Ardmore

34 mi away
Station Road and Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

Exton

39 mi away
425 Walkertown Road
RAIL

North Philadelphia station

39 mi away
2900 North Broad St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bridgeport and Bethlehem. Straight-line distance: 36.01 mi (57.95 km).

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#1 Bridgeport

Situated along the southern bank of the Schuylkill River, this borough forms part of the densely populated Philadelphia metropolitan area within Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

Population0
Coordinates40.1051100, -75.3451800
Altitude28
CountryUnited States
Bethlehem

#2 Bethlehem

The second most populous city in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.

Population74,892
Coordinates40.6259300, -75.3704600
Altitude109
CountryUnited States
Start: Mill Street (-75.344848, 40.104995)
End: Linden Street (-75.370434, 40.625929)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 90 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 23m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 55m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.97 gal
7.47 L · about $8.59
Round trip
$17.17
3.94 gal · 14.94 L
Estimated CO2
17.5 kg one way
Round trip: 35 kg / 77 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.36 $8.59 $17.17
Mid-grade $4.79 $9.44 $18.88
Premium $5.24 $10.31 $20.63
Diesel $6.56 $12.92 $25.84

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 · Nov 09, 2026

There is no time difference between Bridgeport and Bethlehem. The current time is 05:59:29.

Distance to Other Cities

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