Origin
Abington, PA
Late night in Abington on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Abington, PA to Bensalem, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
22m
Distance
14.7 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Abington, PA
Michael Taccetta
Bensalem, PA
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Trip Overview
Abington, PA to Bensalem, PA is 14.7 miles and takes about 22 minutes via Pennsylvania Turnpike and Easton Road, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically within Pennsylvania. It's a straightforward drive that's perfect for a quick hop between neighboring towns. You'll likely find this route convenient if you're looking for minimal travel time and a simple journey. Consider this an easy local shuttle rather than a grand adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| Street Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Easton Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Old York Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Moreland Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Knights Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Keith Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 8.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abington, PA and Bensalem, PA.
1
Start on this road
19 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Keith Road
85 ft
·
7 sec
·
Keith Road
3
Turn right onto PA 611
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Old York Road
4
Turn left onto PA 63
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Moreland Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Easton Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Easton Road
6
Continue on PA 611
267 ft
·
9 sec
·
Easton Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 611
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Easton Road
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward PATP
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
10
Merge onto I 276; PATP
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto PA 132
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn right onto Knights Road
261 ft
·
8 sec
·
Knights Road
14
Turn right
135 ft
·
9 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 12.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
PA 63 / Moreland Road
Turn left onto PA 63 / Moreland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
3.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward PATP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PATP
5
3.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge onto I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward PA 132: Street Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.44 one way
$4.87 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.67 | $5.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.25 | $6.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.13
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(8.7 mi)
$1.13
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$1
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bensalem, PA
Late night in Bensalem on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 59% of it on highway. You'll encounter stretches on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, including one uninterrupted segment of 8.7 miles, which will likely feel like a faster-paced drive. The route also incorporates local roads like Street Road and Easton Road, suggesting a transition to more typical surface street driving as you approach your destination. Expect a blend of highway cruising and navigating local traffic patterns.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.7 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near PA 63 / Moreland Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 14.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 22m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (PA 63 / Moreland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Abington, PA to Bensalem, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
3.2 mi in
|
~7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 14.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.7 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.13 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bensalem, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (PA 63 / Moreland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bensalem, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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