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Trip from Bethel Park, PA to Levittown, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 10m

Distance

318.5 mi

513 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
5h 58m ★
6 AM
6h 11m
8 AM
6h 36m
10 AM
6h 19m
12 PM
6h 17m
3 PM
6h 21m
5 PM
6h 35m
8 PM
6h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census-designated place in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Levittown, PA

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Trip Overview

Embark on a straightforward 318.5-mile journey from Bethel Park, PA, to Levittown, PA, which will take approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes of driving time. This route is designed for a single day, making it a convenient option if you're looking to cover ground efficiently. The majority of your travel, about 92% of the drive, will be on highways, giving it a focused, high-speed feel. With an estimated fuel cost of $53, this trip offers a budget-friendly way to navigate within the Northeast region. Plan for just one primary stop to break up the journey.

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

159.3 miles from Bethel Park, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 290.8 mi 5h 18m
Lincoln Way 6.2 mi 11m
Lebanon Church Road 3.9 mi 6m
Lincoln Highway 3.3 mi 6m
Yellow Belt 2.1 mi 3m
Broughton Road 1.8 mi 3m
Curry Hollow Road 1.3 mi 2m
Mill Creek Parkway 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 290.8 mi, about 5h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bethel Park, PA and Levittown, PA.

1

Start on this road

102 ft · 9 sec · this road
2

Turn right

20 ft · 6 sec
3

Turn left

43 ft · 5 sec
4

Turn right onto South Park Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Park Road
5

Continue on Baptist Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Baptist Road
6

Turn right onto Yellow Belt

1.8 mi · 3 min · Broughton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

At end of road, turn left onto Yellow Belt

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Brownsville Road
Use the left lane.
8

Continue on Yellow Belt

1.3 mi · 2 min · Curry Hollow Road
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on Yellow Belt

2.9 mi · 4 min · Lebanon Church Road
10

Keep slight right at fork onto Yellow Belt

1.0 mi · 1 min · Lebanon Church Road
11

Turn slight right onto Yellow Belt

0.5 mi · 45 sec · Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
12

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.4 mi · 35 sec · Richland Avenue
13

Continue on Yellow Belt

0.4 mi · 31 sec · W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
14

Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt

2.1 mi · 3 min · Yellow Belt
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on PA 148; Yellow Belt

1.0 mi · 2 min · 5th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Turn right onto Lincoln Way

5.9 mi · 10 min · Lincoln Way
Use the straight lane.
17

Continue on Lincoln Way

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Lincoln Way
18

Turn slight right onto US 30

3.3 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Highway
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward PATP, I 76
20

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · this road
Toward PATP, I 76
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22

Merge onto I 76; PATP

291 mi · 5 hr 17 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Exit 42 Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
24

Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike

360 ft · 8 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike
25

Keep slight left at fork onto Pennsylvania Turnpike

99 ft · 4 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Toward US 13 North: Levittown Use the left lane.
26

Turn left onto US 13

1.0 mi · 2 min · Bristol Pike
Use the straight lane.
27

Turn left onto Edgely Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Edgely Road
Use the left lane.
28

Turn right onto Mill Creek Parkway

1.3 mi · 2 min · Mill Creek Parkway
29

Arrive at destination

Mill Creek Parkway

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour duration, starting your drive early in the morning from Bethel Park is advisable to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. The route is optimized for a single-day trip, so plan for one main stop to refuel and stretch your legs. With a significant portion on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, ensure your vehicle is in good condition before departing. The estimated fuel cost of $53 makes budgeting straightforward, but always carry a bit extra for unforeseen circumstances.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 159.3 miles from Bethel Park, PA, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 290.8 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 70 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 159.3 miles or 3h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Levittown, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bethel Park, 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 Bethel Park, PA

This is one driving day of about 318.5 miles and 6h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Bethel Park, 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 for about 290.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Hancock, MD, MD

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hancock, MD

159 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

Cumberland, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 70 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 159.3 miles from Bethel Park, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 290.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Acapulco | Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Irwin, Pennsylvania

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 22.8

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17243824335

Visit website

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Upper St Clair, Pennsylvania

1.5 mi

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania

2 mi

Acapulco | Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 22.8

Irwin, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17243824335

Visit website

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Upper St Clair, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+14123474790

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+14129429100

Visit website

Cenacolo Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 22.8

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–8 pm

+17245155983

Visit website

Dorido's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14126554711

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 273

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Gianna Vias Restaurant & Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+14128826500

Visit website

Silk Road Gourmet Chinese Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14128817788

Visit website

Orbis Caffe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Pittsburgh, PA

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14125631220

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 22.8

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 22.8

North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 68.3

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 68.3

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 22.8

Adamsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887174544

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 68.3

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bethel Park, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 295.8

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 295.8

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Indian Echo Caverns

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 204.8

Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17175668131

Visit website

Kohler Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 295.8

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12156433131

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 315.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

6
10.1 mi into trip | ~18m in | Yellow Belt

Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
23 mi into trip | ~43m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
6
314.1 mi into trip | ~6h 1m in

Take the exit toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 42 Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
8
315.1 mi into trip | ~6h 3m in | Pennsylvania Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto Pennsylvania Turnpike toward US 13 North: Levittown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward US 13 North: Levittown

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.80 one way

$105.61 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 111 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $57.83 $115.66
premium $4.93 $61.77 $123.54
diesel $5.61 $70.32 $140.64

Estimated Tolls: $37.81

Pennsylvania Turnpike (290.8 mi) $37.81

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

$53

Tolls

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$116–$141

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 111.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 95.6 1 $33.44 $15.29
Efficient EV 79.6 0 $27.87 $12.74
EV Truck/SUV 127.4 1 $44.59 $20.38

Gas CO2

111 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Bethel Park, PA

Late night in Bethel Park on Sunday

Local time

4:13 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Levittown, PA

Late night in Levittown on Sunday

Local time

4:13 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Hancock, MD

159 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

5 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

6h 10m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

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...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 285.6
View on nps.gov
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 186.7
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 76.9
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour Free near mile 219.7
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

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...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour $1 near mile 296.6
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

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...

14 mi from route ~34 min detour Free near mile 296.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive leans heavily into its highway-focused profile, with 92% of the route utilizing major roadways for uninterrupted travel. You'll spend a significant amount of time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, experiencing a longest uninterrupted stretch of 290.8 miles. While the majority of the journey is on high-speed roads like the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Way, and Lebanon Church Road, expect a consistent pace. This isn't a route for leisurely sightseeing; it's built for covering distance quickly and directly.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 290.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lincoln Way. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 318.5 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Bethel Park, PA to Levittown, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

Patp

22.6 mi in | ~42m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 10m. Total distance: 318.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 290.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $37.81 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Levittown, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument and Flight 93 National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Levittown, PA before the return drive.

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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