Bensalem, PA to Antrim, PA is 223.2 miles and takes about 4h 28m via Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and US 15, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, mostly highway drive that should be manageable as a single-day excursion. You'll find the route offers a practical way to cover this distance with a predictable travel time. Consider this an efficient option if you're looking for a direct path between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
111.6 miles from Bensalem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 5m into the drive
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Exit 95Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
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Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
15
Merge onto I 80
66 mi·1 hr 12 min·Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 210A-BToward US 15: Lewisburg, WilliamsportUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·40 sec
Exit 210BToward US 15 North: Williamsport
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Merge onto US 15
2.6 mi·3 min·Westbranch Highway
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Continue on US 15
12 mi·16 min·US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 15
1.1 mi·1 min·Montgomery Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on US 15
0.6 mi·1 min·Hastings Street
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Continue on US 15
0.4 mi·58 sec·Market Street
Use the left lane.
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Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 15
Use the left lane.
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Merge onto I 180; US 15; US 220
1.6 mi·2 min·Susquehanna Beltway
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
27 mi·31 min·US 15
Exit 29Toward US 15 North: MansfieldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 162Toward PA 414: Morris, LibertyUse the slight right lane.
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Turn left onto PA 414
3.0 mi·5 min·Route 414
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Keep slight right at fork onto PA 414
6.8 mi·11 min·Route 414
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Continue on PA 287
3.4 mi·6 min·Route 287
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Turn right onto Sand Run Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Sand Run Road
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Arrive at destination
Sand Run Road
Trip Plan
For this 4h 28m drive, leaving in the morning is best to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic around Bensalem. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimate of $40, you can be quite flexible with your timing. The longest stretch without a major break is 74.2 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, so plan to take a break before or after that segment. Given the relatively short duration, you have the advantage of not needing to split the drive, but be aware of the transition from turnpike to US 15 as you approach your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 111.6 miles from Bensalem, PA, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 49 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.6 miles or 2h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Antrim, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bensalem, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bensalem, PA
This is one driving day of about 223.2 miles and 4h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Bensalem, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 74.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 208.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward I 276, PATP
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 276, PATP
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3 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
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161.9 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 210A-B
Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
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180.9 mi into trip|~3h 30m in|US 15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15 toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
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208.3 mi into trip|~4h 1m in
Take the exit toward PA 414: Morris, Liberty
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 162
Toward PA 414: Morris, Liberty
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.59 one way
$71.18 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$39.39
$78.77
premium
$4.81
$42.25
$84.50
diesel
$4.80
$42.14
$84.29
Estimated Tolls: $11.87
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(91.2 mi)$11.87
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
$36
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67
0
$23.44
$10.71
Efficient EV
55.8
0
$19.53
$8.93
EV Truck/SUV
89.3
1
$31.25
$14.28
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Bensalem, PA
Afternoon
in Bensalem on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Areas Of Smoke
SW 10 mph63% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 3:58PM EDT until July 18 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued July 18 at 3:56PM EDT until July 18 at 4:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Destination
Antrim, PA
Afternoon
in Antrim on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 12 mph80% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 3:58PM EDT until July 18 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued July 18 at 3:56PM EDT until July 18 at 4:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
83°F
Danville, PA
112 mi in
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
6 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
4h 28m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 23.1
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...
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 15.4
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...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 23.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 64% of this 223.2-mile drive on highways, with the longest continuous stretch of highway cruising being 74.2 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. Expect to transition from the turnpike to the Keystone Shortway and then US 15. This suggests a significant portion of your travel will be on higher-speed roads, likely with fewer intersections and more consistent travel speeds. The change from turnpike to US 15 might bring a shift in the density of exits and the surrounding landscape.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.2 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 223.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,652 ft104 ft
Total Climb
2,982 ft
Total Descent
1,434 ft
Highest Point
1,652 ft
~223.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,548 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bensalem, PA and Antrim, PA, road signs point toward Allentown, Mount Pocono, Williamsport and Liberty.
Allentown
20.3 mi in|~24m
Mount Pocono
94.9 mi in|~1h 46m
Williamsport
161.9 mi in|~3h 1m
Liberty
208.3 mi in|~4h 1m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 28m. Total distance: 223.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.87 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.
Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Antrim, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Antrim, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.
