Origin
Bensalem, PA
Afternoon in Bensalem on Saturday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bensalem, PA to Bushkill, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
88.1 mi
142 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bensalem, PA
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Bushkill, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bensalem, PA to Bushkill, PA covers 88.1 miles and takes about 2h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on NJ 31, US 46, Milford Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35 miles on NJ 31. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.61 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.1 miles from Bensalem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 31 | 35 mi | 51m |
| US 46 | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| Milford Road | 7.1 mi | 13m |
| Delaware Expressway | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Bear Tavern Road | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| Seven Bridge Road | 3 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 31
— 35 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem, PA and Bushkill, PA.
1
Start on this road
135 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Knights Road
261 ft
·
7 sec
·
Knights Road
3
Turn left onto PA 132
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Street Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 1 North: Trenton
5
Merge onto US 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Toward US 1 North: Morrisville
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 1
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 295 East: Princeton
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 295
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 295
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Scudder Falls Bridge
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 75
Toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal, Harbourtoun
Use the slight right lane.
11
At end of road, turn left onto CR 579
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Bear Tavern Road
12
Continue on CR 579; CR 637
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Jacobs Creek Road
13
Continue on CR 579
3.2 mi
·
6 min
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Bear Tavern Road
14
Continue on CR 579
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Trenton-Harbourton Road
15
Continue on CR 579
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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Harbourton-Rocktown Road
16
Continue on CR 579
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbourton Road
17
At end of road, turn left onto NJ 31; CR 579
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
NJ 31; CR 579
18
Take the exit onto NJ 31
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 31
Toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 31
427 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 31
20
Enter roundabout onto NJ 31
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
NJ 31
21
Continue on NJ 31
27 mi
·
39 min
·
NJ 31
Use the straight lane.
22
At end of road, turn left onto US 46
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
US 46
23
Take the exit
241 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap, Stroudsburg Pennsylvania
24
Continue on ramp to I-80 Westbound (to Delaware Water Gap)
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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ramp to I-80 Westbound (to Delaware Water Gap)
25
Merge onto I 80
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 309
Toward US 209 North, PA 447 North: Marshalls Creek
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on US 209
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Seven Bridge Road
29
Enter roundabout onto US 209
98 ft
·
3 sec
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Marshalls Creek Bypass
30
Continue on US 209
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Marshalls Creek Bypass
31
Continue on US 209
7.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Milford Road
32
Continue on US 209
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Federal Road
33
Arrive at destination
US 209
Trip Plan
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 44.1 miles from Bensalem, PA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35 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 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 1h 8m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bushkill, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bensalem, 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 Bensalem, PA
This is one driving day of about 88.1 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Bensalem, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NJ 31 for about 35 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.1 miles from Bensalem, 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 76.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 1 / Lincoln Highway
Merge onto US 1 / Lincoln Highway toward US 1 North: Morrisville
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 1 North: Morrisville
6
8.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 295 East: Princeton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 295 East: Princeton
8
16.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal, Harbourtoun
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 75
Toward CR 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Air...
7
27.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
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NJ 31
Take the exit onto NJ 31 toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
8
76.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward US 209 North, PA 447 North: Marshalls Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 309
Toward US 209 North, PA 447 North: Marshalls Cr...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.61 one way
$29.21 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.00 | $31.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $17.09 | $34.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.45 | $38.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.71 | $3.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.33 | $5.64 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Bushkill, PA
Afternoon in Bushkill on Saturday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Chester, NJ
44 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
13 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
2h 19m 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.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
$10
near mile 88.1
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
Park Closure: Dingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
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...
15 mi from route
~38 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...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
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...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a 2h 19m highway drive covering 88.1 miles, with most of the trip on NJ 31 and US 46. The longest continuous stretch is about 35 miles on NJ 31.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 35 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 31 and US 46. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near US 1 / Lincoln Highway.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 88.1 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 2.1 miles (US 1 / Lincoln Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Bensalem, PA and Bushkill, PA, road signs point toward Cr 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal, Harbourtoun and Stroudsburg Pennsylvania.
Cr 579: West Trenton
16.2 mi in
|
~23m
Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal
16.2 mi in
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~23m
Harbourtoun
16.2 mi in
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~23m
Stroudsburg Pennsylvania
70.2 mi in
|
~1h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 88.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bensalem, PA to Bushkill, PA covers 88.1 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 31, US 46, Milford Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.1 miles from Bensalem, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.61 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 88.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles (US 1 / Lincoln Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bensalem, PA and Bushkill, PA, road signs point toward Cr 579: West Trenton, Trenton-Mercer Airport Passenger Terminal, Harbourtoun and Stroudsburg Pennsylvania.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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