How far is Caln, PA from Bethlehem, PA?
The driving distance from Caln, PA to Bethlehem, PA is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 02m 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 31m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Caln and Bethlehem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caln and Bethlehem.
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Start on Seltzer Avenue
69 m · 16 sec · Seltzer Avenue
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Turn left onto Lincoln Highway
2.9 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Highway
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Continue on West Lancaster Avenue
1.4 mi · 4 min · West Lancaster Avenue
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Turn left onto Wallace Avenue
3071 ft · 2 min · Wallace Avenue
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Continue on Creek Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Creek Road
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Turn right onto Dowlin Forge Road
2107 ft · 54 sec · Dowlin Forge Road
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Continue on Shelmire Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Shelmire Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Dorlan Mill Road
1 km · 1 min · Dorlan Mill Road
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Turn left onto Moore Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Moore Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Park Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Park Road
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Turn left onto Pottstown Pike
20.2 mi · 32 min · Pottstown Pike
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Continue straight
891 ft · 17 sec
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Continue straight
14.6 mi · 25 min
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Turn left onto South Cedar Crest Boulevard
1176 ft · 28 sec · South Cedar Crest Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Street
777 ft · 21 sec · North Street
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Continue on Harrison Street
1.7 mi · 5 min · Harrison Street
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Turn right
16 m · 4 sec
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Turn left onto Dalton Street
2299 ft · 53 sec · Dalton Street
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Continue on Emaus Avenue
2.6 mi · 5 min · Emaus Avenue
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Continue on Emmaus Avenue
2.2 mi · 4 min · Emmaus Avenue
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Continue on Broadway
2.1 mi · 4 min · Broadway
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
897 ft · 38 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Fahy Bridge
1910 ft · 42 sec · Fahy Bridge
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Turn right onto Center Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Center Street
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Turn right onto East Goepp Street
1342 ft · 50 sec · East Goepp Street
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Turn right onto Linden Street
17 m · 1 sec · Linden Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Linden Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Caln and Bethlehem.
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.
Pottstown Pike
Turn left onto Pottstown Pike
20.2 mi · 00h 32m
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 Caln and Chance Rain Showers near Bethlehem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Caln to Bethlehem?
The road trip is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Gilbertsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28 miles from Caln and 54.6 miles from Bethlehem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.7 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 $11.89 one way or $23.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Caln and Chance Rain Showers near Bethlehem.
Stop Ideas Near Gilbertsville
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 Gilbertsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Caln and Bethlehem. Straight-line distance: 48.9 mi (78.69 km).
#1 Caln
Census-designated place in Chester County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 14,089 |
| Coordinates | 39.9909400, -75.7802200 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bethlehem
The second most populous city in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 74,892 |
| Coordinates | 40.6259300, -75.3704600 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
End: Linden Street (-75.370434, 40.625929)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 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 | $11.89 | $23.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.38 | $26.77 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $14.42 | $28.83 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $17.40 | $34.80 |
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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