Origin
Whitman, PA
Morning in Whitman on Sunday
Local time
8:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Whitman, PA to Bethel, 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 40m
Distance
63.8 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitman, PA
Haneul Trac
Bethel, PA
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Trip Overview
This 63.8-mile drive from Whitman to Bethel, Pennsylvania, is a manageable 1-hour and 40-minute trip, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily navigate the Kennett-Oxford Bypass, Delaware Expressway, and Baltimore Pike, with about 36% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, reflecting a relatively economical outing. This route offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a single day without the need for an overnight stay. It's a straightforward journey within the Northeast region, perfect for a quick getaway.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.9 miles from Whitman, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kennett-Oxford Bypass | 17.4 mi | 23m |
| Delaware Expressway | 15.6 mi | 21m |
| Baltimore Pike | 9.1 mi | 15m |
| US 322 | 7.4 mi | 13m |
| Kirkwood Pike | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Puseyville Road | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| West Lancaster Avenue | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Robert Fulton Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
— 17.4 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitman, PA and Bethel, PA.
1
Start on Vollmer Street
231 ft
·
12 sec
·
Vollmer Street
2
Turn right onto South 5th Street
271 ft
·
11 sec
·
South 5th Street
3
Turn right onto Porter Street
465 ft
·
24 sec
·
Porter Street
4
Turn right onto South 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
South 4th Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto Oregon Avenue
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Oregon Avenue
6
Turn right onto South Front Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Front Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 95 South: International Airport
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 95
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322
7.4 mi
·
13 min
·
US 322
Toward US 322 West: West Chester
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto US 1; US 322
9.1 mi
·
15 min
·
Baltimore Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on US 1
17 mi
·
23 min
·
Kennett-Oxford Bypass
Toward Oxford, Rising Sun
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward PA 472: Quarryville, Oxford
13
Turn right onto PA 472
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Lancaster Avenue
14
Continue on PA 472
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Kirkwood Pike
15
Turn left onto Puseyville Road
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Puseyville Road
16
Turn left onto US 222
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Robert Fulton Highway
17
Turn sharp left onto Fulton View Road
65 ft
·
2 sec
·
Fulton View Road
18
Arrive at destination
Fulton View Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 40-minute duration for this 63.8-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility for departure times. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour traffic. With no specific stops recommended, you can decide on the fly if you need a break. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 17.4 miles on the Kennett-Oxford Bypass, so plan your fuel needs accordingly, keeping in mind the approximate $11 fuel cost. This drive is easily accomplished in one day, so focus on enjoying the varied road surfaces.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31.9 miles from Whitman, PA, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.4 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 14 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.9 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bethel, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Whitman, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Whitman, PA
This is one driving day of about 63.8 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Whitman, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Kennett-Oxford Bypass for about 17.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Whitman, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.6 — 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
|
South 5th Street
Turn right onto South 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Porter Street
Turn right onto Porter Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Oregon Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Oregon Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: International Airport
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: International Airport
7
16.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 322
Keep slight right at fork onto US 322 toward US 322 West: West Chester
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 322 West: West Chester
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.58 one way
$21.15 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.58 | $23.17 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.37 | $24.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.09 | $28.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.58 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.93 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Bethel, PA
Morning in Bethel on Sunday
Local time
8:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24 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
1h 40m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
$1
View on nps.gov
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 26.4
View on nps.gov
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...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 24.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending highway speeds with more local road conditions. While 36% of the journey involves highways, you'll also encounter stretches on the Kennett-Oxford Bypass, where you can experience a longer, uninterrupted drive of 17.4 miles. The road character will likely shift throughout the 1 hour and 40-minute trip, offering a varied driving experience rather than a monotonous highway cruise. This blend means you'll get a taste of both faster travel and more community-focused roads.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.4 mi on Kennett-Oxford Bypass.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 5th Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.8 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Porter Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Oregon Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
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 Whitman, PA and Bethel, PA, road signs point toward Oxford and Rising Sun.
Oxford
33.1 mi in
|
~53m
|
via US 1
Rising Sun
33.1 mi in
|
~53m
|
via US 1
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 63.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). 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 17.4 miles on Kennett-Oxford Bypass. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Bethel, 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: near the start (South 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Porter Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Oregon Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and First State 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 Bethel, 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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