Origin
Abington, PA
Morning in Abington on Sunday
Local time
6:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Abington, PA to Bethel, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
72.7 mi
117 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Abington, PA
Michael Taccetta
Bethel, PA
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Trip Overview
This 72.7-mile drive from Abington, PA, to Bethel, PA, will take you about 1 hour and 51 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an accessible trip for a single day. The route primarily uses the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass, and Robert Fulton Highway, offering a mixed driving experience. Since it's a relatively short journey within the Northeast region, it's perfect for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, making this an easy addition to your travel plans.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.3 miles from Abington, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 27.1 mi | 29m |
| Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass | 12.5 mi | 17m |
| Robert Fulton Highway | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Christiana Pike | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| West Uwchlan Avenue | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Susquehanna Road | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| Furnace Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 27.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abington, PA and Bethel, PA.
1
Start on this road
19 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Keith Road
85 ft
·
5 sec
·
Keith Road
3
Turn left onto PA 611
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old York Road
4
Turn right onto Susquehanna Road
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Susquehanna Road
5
Turn left onto Virginia Drive
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Virginia Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley Forge
7
Merge onto I 276; PATP
27 mi
·
29 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 312
Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto PA 100
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pottstown Pike
11
Turn right onto PA 113
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
West Uwchlan Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward US 30 West, US 30 Business Alternate Truck West: Coatesville, Lancaster
13
Merge onto US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 30
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Simmontown Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Simmontown Road
16
Continue on Sadsbury Avenue
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Sadsbury Avenue
17
Continue on North Bridge Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bridge Street
18
Keep slight right at fork onto Water Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Water Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto PA 372
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Germantown Avenue
20
Continue on PA 372
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Christiana Pike
21
Continue on PA 896
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Georgetown Road
22
Continue on Furnace Road
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Furnace Road
23
At end of road, turn left onto May Post Office Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
May Post Office Road
24
At end of road, turn right onto PA 372
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Valley Road
25
Continue on PA 372
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Street
26
Turn left onto US 222
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Church Street
27
Continue on US 222
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Robert Fulton Highway
28
Turn sharp left onto Fulton View Road
65 ft
·
2 sec
·
Fulton View Road
29
Arrive at destination
Fulton View Road
Trip Plan
For this manageable 1 hour and 51-minute drive, you can depart at your leisure. Since there are no specific stops recommended in the data, you have the flexibility to make spontaneous breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $12 for the 72.7 miles. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the transition from the Pennsylvania Turnpike; the change in speed limits and road type can be quite noticeable. Enjoy the straightforward journey to Bethel!
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.3 miles from Abington, PA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.3 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethel, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Abington, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Abington, PA
This is one driving day of about 72.7 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Abington, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 27.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.3 miles from Abington, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 3.8 and 36.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley Forge
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP Toll West: Valley...
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~9m 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.
6
31.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 312
Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Che...
7
32 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 100 South: Downingtown
5
36.6 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Merge onto US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck / Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.05 one way
$24.11 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.20 | $26.40 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.10 | $28.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.53
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(27.1 mi)
$3.53
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.65 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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
Bethel, PA
Morning in Bethel on Sunday
Local time
6:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 51m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 20.1
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
$1
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
National Memorial
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 37.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this 72.7-mile route, with 37% of your journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.1 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike. This section likely offers a faster pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. As you transition to roads like the Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass and the Robert Fulton Highway, the driving character may shift, introducing more varied road conditions and potentially more local traffic. Be prepared for this change in pace as you progress toward Bethel.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.1 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 3.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.7 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Abington, PA and Bethel, PA, road signs point toward Patp Toll West: Valley Forge, Pottstown, Chester and Lancaster.
Patp Toll West: Valley Forge
3.8 mi in
|
~8m
Pottstown
31.3 mi in
|
~38m
Chester
31.3 mi in
|
~38m
Lancaster
36.4 mi in
|
~48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 72.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). 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 27.1 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.53 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 Bethel, 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 3.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). 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 Bethel, 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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