How far is State Line, PA from Bethlehem, PA?

The driving distance from State Line, PA to Bethlehem, PA is about 153.4 miles (246.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 139 miles (223.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
153.37 mi
02h 30m
Flight
138.99 mi
223.68 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
138.99 mi
Kilometers
223.68 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
153.37 mi
Kilometers
246.82 km
Drive Time
02h 30m

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bethlehem
Sat, Apr 11, 1:57 AM EDT
Return by in State Line
Sat, Apr 11, 4:28 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave State Line
2026-04-10T23:26
Arrive Bethlehem
Sat, Apr 11, 1:57 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:31 AM to 12:31 PM EDT

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

Leave by
1:28 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in State Line
9:30 PM EDT
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
Elizabethtown
PA

Borough in northwestern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

From State Line
69.5 mi
01h 15m
To Bethlehem
83.9 mi
01h 15m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
41°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 5:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 mph S
Destination
67°F
Friday

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between State Line and Bethlehem.

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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
02h 30m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.4 mi
139 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Elizabethtown
01h 15m from State Line
Leave By
1:28 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Clear leaving State Line and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Bethlehem.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from State Line to Bethlehem?

The road trip is about 153.4 miles (246.8 km) and usually takes 02h 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?

Elizabethtown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.5 miles from State Line and 83.9 miles from Bethlehem.

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

The direct path is about 139 miles (223.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 1:28 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.11 one way or $44.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around State Line and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Bethlehem.

Stop Ideas Near Elizabethtown

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

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

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Elizabethtown station

1 mi away
South Wilson Avenue at West High Street
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Mount Joy

10 mi away
East Henry St. and North Market St.
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Middletown

12 mi away
Union Street and Mill Street
RAIL

Harrisburg Transportation Center

26 mi away
4th and Chestnut Streets

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between State Line and Bethlehem. Straight-line distance: 138.99 mi (223.68 km).

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#1 State Line

State Line is a place in Pennsylvania, United States.

Population0
Coordinates39.7248200, -77.7244400
Altitude214
CountryUnited States
Bethlehem

#2 Bethlehem

The second most populous city in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.

Population74,892
Coordinates40.6259300, -75.3704600
Altitude109
CountryUnited States
Start: Pennsylvania Avenue North (-77.724397, 39.724822)
End: Linden Street (-75.370434, 40.625929)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 247 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 54m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.41 gal
20.49 L · about $22.11
Round trip
$44.21
10.82 gal · 40.98 L
Estimated CO2
48.1 kg one way
Round trip: 96.2 kg / 212 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $22.11 $44.21
Mid-grade $4.60 $24.88 $49.76
Premium $4.95 $26.80 $53.60
Diesel $5.98 $32.35 $64.70

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 11, 2026

There is no time difference between State Line and Bethlehem. The current time is 23:26:26.

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