Bethlehem to New Bedford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

241.5 miles 388.7 km · straight line
301.9 miles estimated 485.9 km · driving distance
6h 4min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bethlehem from New Bedford?

The distance from Bethlehem to New Bedford is 241.5 miles (388.7 km) as the crow flies. New Bedford is located ENE of Bethlehem. By car, the driving distance is approximately 301.9 miles, taking about 6h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Bethlehem in Pennsylvania and New Bedford in Massachusetts.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bethlehem and New Bedford. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bethlehem to New Bedford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 4min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 17min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 46min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bethlehem & New Bedford

Quick Facts

Bethlehem
40.63°N, 75.37°W
America/New_York
109m elevation
New Bedford
41.64°N, 70.93°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients