Origin
Colebrookdale, PA
Morning in Colebrookdale on Sunday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colebrookdale, PA to Bensalem, 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 13m
Distance
56 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colebrookdale, PA
Jack Pace
Bensalem, PA
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Trip Overview
Colebrookdale to Bensalem is 56 miles and takes about 1 hour 13 minutes via the Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This relatively short drive stays within Pennsylvania, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast. Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. It's a straightforward trip, ideal for a quick journey without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 25.2 mi | 26m |
| Pottstown Expressway | 13.9 mi | 18m |
| Pottstown Bypass | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Pottstown Pike | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| County Line Expressway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Street Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Farmington Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| US 202 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 25.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colebrookdale, PA and Bensalem, PA.
1
Start on Farmington Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Farmington Avenue
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
3
Merge onto PA 100
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Pottstown Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 422 East: King of Prussia
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto US 422
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Pottstown Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 422
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Pottstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 422
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
County Line Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 202 North, I 76 West, I 76 East: Turnpike, King of Prussia, Philadelphia
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 202 North: King of Prussia
10
Merge onto US 202
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 202
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Mall Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
14
Merge onto I 76
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 276 East: Allentown, New York City
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 276; PATP
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn left onto PA 132
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Turn right onto Knights Road
261 ft
·
8 sec
·
Knights Road
20
Turn right
135 ft
·
9 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28 miles from Colebrookdale, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 53.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward US 422 East: King of Prussia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 422 East: King of Prussia
7
27.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Mall Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Mall Boulevard
7
27.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 76 West: New Jersey, Harrisburg
8
28.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 276 East: Allentown, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 276 East: Allentown, New York City
7
53.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m 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
$9.28 one way
$18.57 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.17 | $20.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.36 | $24.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.27
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(25.2 mi)
$3.27
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$3
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.84 | $3.58 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Morning in Bensalem on Sunday
Local time
7:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
19 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
1h 13m 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 route is largely highway-focused, with 75% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, including a stretch of 25.2 miles on this main artery. The Pottstown Expressway and Pottstown Bypass also contribute to the highway feel, suggesting a drive characterized by steady speeds and efficient travel. While mostly highway, expect it to be a functional commute rather than a scenic exploration.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.2 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pottstown Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56 miles you will encounter 16 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 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Colebrookdale, PA and Bensalem, PA, road signs point toward King Of Prussia, Philadelphia, Harrisburg and New York City.
King Of Prussia
26.2 mi in
|
~38m
Philadelphia
26.2 mi in
|
~38m
Harrisburg
27.3 mi in
|
~40m
New York City
28.4 mi in
|
~42m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 56 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.27 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 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 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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