Origin
Westtown, PA
Late night in Westtown on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westtown, PA to Bensalem, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
42 mi
68 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westtown, PA
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Bensalem, PA
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Trip Overview
Spanning 48.8 miles, this trek from Westtown to Bensalem is a straightforward journey through Pennsylvania that typically takes about 52 minutes to complete. Because of the relatively short distance, you can easily tackle this as a single-day trip without needing any overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $8 for fuel covers your costs for this local transit. Since the route relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates, you should prepare for a steady pace rather than high-speed highway cruising. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this trip offers a simple way to navigate between these two Northeast locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 17.6 mi | 18m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Street Road | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| West Chester Pike | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| Sproul Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Bryn Mawr Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Spring Mill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 17.6 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westtown, PA and Bensalem, PA.
1
Start on South Westbourne Road
53 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Westbourne Road
2
Turn right onto PA 926
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Street Road
3
Continue on PA 926
132 ft
·
4 sec
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Turn right onto PA 3
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto Bryn Mawr Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Bryn Mawr Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto PA 320
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Sproul Road
7
Continue on PA 320
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Spring Mill Road
8
Turn sharp left onto US 30
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Lancaster Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
10
Merge onto I 476
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
11
Turn slight left onto I 476
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Mid-County Expressway
12
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
14
Merge onto I 276; PATP
18 mi
·
18 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto PA 132
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn right onto Knights Road
261 ft
·
8 sec
·
Knights Road
18
Turn right
135 ft
·
9 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from Westtown, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 9.6 and 42 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
9.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Bryn Mawr Avenue
Turn left onto Bryn Mawr Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
14.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 30 / East Lancaster Avenue
Turn sharp left onto US 30 / East Lancaster Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
22.3 mi into trip
|
~37m 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.
7
39.9 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
5
42 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.96 one way
$13.93 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.63 | $15.25 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.27 | $18.55 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.33
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(17.9 mi)
$2.33
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Late night in Bensalem on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
1 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 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via Street Road, West Chester Pike, and Bryn Mawr Avenue, requiring your full attention at intersections and traffic signals. Because the path is composed of local roads, you won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed driving. Instead, the character of the journey remains consistent, demanding a more engaged driving style compared to a typical freeway commute. Keep your hands on the wheel and be ready to navigate through various local corridors as you make your way toward your destination.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.6 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 9.6 miles in near Bryn Mawr Avenue.
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 42 miles you will encounter 13 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 9.6 miles (Bryn Mawr Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles (US 30 / East Lancaster Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.3 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Westtown, PA
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 42 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). 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 17.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.33 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 9.6 miles (Bryn Mawr Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles (US 30 / East Lancaster Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.3 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, First State National Historical Park and Independence National Historical Park (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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