Traveling from Corry to Bensalem spans 376.3 miles across Pennsylvania, a journey that typically takes about 7 hours and 26 minutes behind the wheel. Because this route stays entirely within the state, you will be navigating the Northeast region from start to finish. A budget of approximately $62 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. While it is technically possible to complete this drive in a single day, the duration makes it a substantial commitment that will occupy most of your daylight hours. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, you might consider breaking the trip up, though many drivers choose to power through in one go to reach their destination by evening.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
188.2 miles from Corry, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
205.8 mi
3h 43m
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.6 mi
1h 20m
Pennsylvania Turnpike
18 mi
19m
Colonel Drake Highway
13.5 mi
19m
Route 208
12.3 mi
18m
PA 89
8.5 mi
14m
Spartansburg Highway
6.6 mi
9m
Main Street
6.2 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 205.8 mi, about 3h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corry, PA and Bensalem, PA.
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Start on South Center Street
19 ft·8 sec·South Center Street
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Turn left onto PA 77
0.5 mi·40 sec·West Main Street
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Turn straight onto PA 77
0.8 mi·1 min·Union Street
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Continue on PA 77
6.6 mi·9 min·Spartansburg Highway
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Continue on PA 77
0.6 mi·56 sec·Main Street
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Continue on PA 77
0.2 mi·15 sec·State Route 77
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Continue on PA 77
1.6 mi·2 min·State Route 77
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Continue on PA 89
8.5 mi·14 min·PA 89
9
Turn left onto PA 89
4.3 mi·7 min·Church Run Road
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At end of road, turn left onto PA 89
0.2 mi·22 sec·Union Street
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Turn right onto PA 89
0.3 mi·56 sec·North Franklin Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Main Street
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Turn left onto PA 27
1.7 mi·3 min·East Central Avenue
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Continue on PA 27
2.6 mi·3 min·Titusville Road
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Continue on PA 27; PA 227
1.3 mi·1 min·West State Street
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Continue on PA 36
4.4 mi·6 min·Tionesta Road
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Continue on PA 36
4.5 mi·6 min·Colonel Drake Highway
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Turn left onto US 62; PA 36
0.3 mi·27 sec·Route 36 and 62
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At end of road, turn right onto PA 36
0.5 mi·48 sec·Elm Street
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Continue on PA 36
9.0 mi·13 min·Colonel Drake Highway
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Continue on PA 208
5.0 mi·7 min·Route 208
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Continue on PA 208
7.2 mi·10 min·Route 208
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Continue on PA 208
0.4 mi·40 sec·North School Street
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Turn left onto US 322
4.6 mi·6 min·Main Street
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Continue on US 322
1.7 mi·2 min·West Main Street
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Continue on US 322
1.6 mi·2 min·Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
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Continue on US 322
1.0 mi·1 min·Main Street
28
Continue on US 322
4.1 mi·5 min·Route 322
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
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Merge onto I 80
206 mi·3 hr 43 min·Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
Exit 352Toward PA 132: Street RoadUse the slight right lane.
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Turn left onto PA 132
1.7 mi·2 min·Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
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Turn right onto Knights Road
261 ft·8 sec·Knights Road
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Turn right
135 ft·9 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To manage the 7.5-hour duration effectively, plan for at least two intentional stops to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and navigate the busier segments of the turnpike during daylight. Since you have a significant 205.8-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, ensure your fuel tank is topped off before entering that section to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep in mind that toll roads make up a large portion of this route, so having an electronic toll pass ready will save you time at plazas. Maintaining a steady pace throughout the day will help you reach Bensalem without feeling rushed by the end of your journey.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 188.2 miles from Corry, PA, or about 3h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 205.8 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 83 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188.2 miles or 3h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bensalem, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Corry, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Corry, PA
This is one driving day of about 376.3 miles and 7h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Corry, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 205.8 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 280.2 and 374.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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280.2 mi into trip|~5h 39m in
Take the exit toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allen...
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281.1 mi into trip|~5h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
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281.3 mi into trip|~5h 41m in|I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge onto I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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355.9 mi into trip|~7h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
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374.2 mi into trip|~7h 22m 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
$62.39 one way
$124.77 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg132 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$68.33
$136.65
premium
$4.93
$72.98
$145.96
diesel
$5.61
$83.08
$166.16
Estimated Tolls: $12.03
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(92.6 mi)$12.03
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
$62
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
112.9
1
$39.51
$18.06
Efficient EV
94.1
1
$32.93
$15.05
EV Truck/SUV
150.5
1
$52.68
$24.08
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 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 15, 2026
Origin
Corry, PA
Late night
in Corry on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bensalem, PA
Late night
in Bensalem on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Wellsville, NY
188 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
27 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
7h 26m 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
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
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 350.4
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...
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
$1
near mile 363.4
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
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 363.4
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...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 350.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing high-speed transit with regional connectors. You will spend about 32% of your time on major highways, primarily utilizing the Keystone Shortway, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The longest uninterrupted portion occurs on the Keystone Shortway, where you can expect to cover 205.8 miles of steady driving. As you transition between these key arteries, the road’s personality shifts from open stretches to the more structured environment of the turnpike system. Expect a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes progress over winding backroads, making it a straightforward choice for those focused on reaching the Philadelphia area.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 205.8 mi on Keystone Shortway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 280.2 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 376.3 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 280.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 281.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 281.3 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Between Corry, PA and Bensalem, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Patp
280.2 mi in|~5h 39m
Allentown
280.2 mi in|~5h 39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 26m. Total distance: 376.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 26m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 205.8 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $12.03 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 Bensalem, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 280.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 281.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 281.3 miles (I 476; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.4 hours each way, a round trip means 14.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bensalem, PA before the return drive.
