How far is Olyphant, PA from Bethlehem, PA?
The driving distance from Olyphant, PA to Bethlehem, PA is about 72.6 miles (116.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.5 miles (95.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
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.
Borough of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Olyphant and Bethlehem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olyphant and Bethlehem.
-
1
Start on West Lackawanna Avenue
18 m · 10 sec · West Lackawanna Avenue
-
2
Turn left onto South Valley Avenue
2.2 mi · 3 min · South Valley Avenue
-
3
Continue on O'Neill Highway
1.2 km · 2 min · O'Neill Highway
-
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 81 South, US 6 East: Wilkes-Barre, Carbondale
3250 ft · 1 min
-
5
Continue straight
3183 ft · 50 sec
-
6
Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
3.7 mi · 5 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
23.6 mi · 26 min
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1 mi · 1 min
-
9
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
8.5 mi · 12 min · Keystone Shortway
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
2485 ft · 1 min
-
11
Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 31 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward William Penn Highway
1668 ft · 41 sec
-
13
Turn right onto William Penn Highway
3156 ft · 1 min · William Penn Highway
-
14
Continue on Easton Avenue
4.4 mi · 8 min · Easton Avenue
-
15
Turn left onto Linden Street
1658 ft · 34 sec · Linden Street
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Linden Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Olyphant and Bethlehem.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Olyphant and Sunny near Bethlehem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Olyphant to Bethlehem?
The road trip is about 72.6 miles (116.9 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Mount Pocono is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Olyphant and 36.7 miles from Bethlehem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.5 miles (95.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.46 one way or $20.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Olyphant and Sunny near Bethlehem.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Pocono
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 Mount Pocono.
White Haven, PA
Scranton, PA
Wilkes-Barre, PA
New Brunswick station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Olyphant and Bethlehem. Straight-line distance: 59.46 mi (95.69 km).
#1 Olyphant
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 5,007 |
| Coordinates | 41.4684100, -75.6029700 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| 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: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $10.46 | $20.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $11.77 | $23.55 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $12.68 | $25.36 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $15.31 | $30.62 |
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 · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.