How far is Mountainhome, PA from Bethlehem, PA?
The driving distance from Mountainhome, PA to Bethlehem, PA is about 46.5 miles (74.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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 00h 58m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mountainhome and Bethlehem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mountainhome and Bethlehem.
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Start on the route
2.6 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Paradise Valley Road
1836 ft · 41 sec · Paradise Valley Road
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Turn left onto Carlton Road
1500 ft · 28 sec · Carlton Road
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Turn slight right onto Woodland Road
2 mi · 4 min · Woodland Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Route 611
3.5 mi · 5 min · Route 611
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Take the ramp slight right
2147 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
4.4 mi · 6 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
2485 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward William Penn Highway
1668 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto William Penn Highway
3156 ft · 1 min · William Penn Highway
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Continue on Easton Avenue
4.4 mi · 8 min · Easton Avenue
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Turn left onto Linden Street
1658 ft · 34 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 Mountainhome 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.
PA 33 South
Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Mountainhome 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 Mountainhome to Bethlehem?
The road trip is about 46.5 miles (74.8 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Wind Gap is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from Mountainhome and 23.5 miles from Bethlehem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 4:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.70 one way or $13.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Mountainhome and Mostly Sunny near Bethlehem.
Stop Ideas Near Wind Gap
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 Wind Gap.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mountainhome and Bethlehem. Straight-line distance: 38.2 mi (61.48 km).
#1 Mountainhome
Census designated place
| Population | 1,182 |
| Coordinates | 41.1737000, -75.2710200 |
| Altitude | 376 |
| 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: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.70 | $13.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $7.54 | $15.08 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $8.12 | $16.25 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $9.81 | $19.61 |
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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