Trip from Bensalem, PA to Hopewell, PA

Drive Time

1h 45m

Distance

75.8 mi

122 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

1h 38m ★

6 AM

1h 45m

8 AM

2h 1m

10 AM

1h 51m

12 PM

1h 49m

3 PM

1h 52m

5 PM

2h 0m

8 PM

1h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bensalem, PA

Haneul Trac

Trip Overview

Spanning 75.8 miles, this trek from Bensalem to Hopewell takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes of driving time. It is a straightforward trip that fits easily into a single day, making it an ideal choice if you prefer to avoid overnight stays. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it remains a budget-friendly option for regional travel within Pennsylvania. You will primarily utilize the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass, and Limestone Road to complete your journey. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you can expect a familiar regional atmosphere throughout the drive. This route is best suited for travelers looking for a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two areas.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

37.9 miles from Bensalem, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that shifts between high-speed transit and local navigation. About 51% of your journey is spent on highways, providing a blend of efficient travel and slower-paced road segments. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 38.9 miles along the Pennsylvania Turnpike. As you transition off the main turnpike, the character of the road changes, requiring more focused attention as you navigate through the bypass and local roads. This variability keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly taxing, offering a balanced feel behind the wheel that prevents the monotony often found on longer, purely interstate-based routes.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 38.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 2.4 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 75.8 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 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 24 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward I 276, PATP

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 276, PATP

3 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown

42.1 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the exit toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 312 Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Che...

42.7 mi into trip | ~49m in

Keep slight left at fork toward PA 100 South: Downingtown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward PA 100 South: Downingtown

54.2 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in

Take the exit toward Coatesville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Coatesville

Towns Along This Route

Between Bensalem, PA and Hopewell, PA, road signs point toward Pottstown, Chester, Lancaster and Coatesville.

Pottstown

42.1 mi in | ~48m

Chester

42.1 mi in | ~48m

Lancaster

47.2 mi in | ~57m

Coatesville

54.2 mi in | ~1h 7m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	38.9 mi	41m
Limestone Road	7 mi	10m
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass	6.9 mi	9m
Gum Tree Road	4.2 mi	5m
West Uwchlan Avenue	3.3 mi	6m
Buck Run Road	3 mi	6m
North 1st Avenue	2.4 mi	3m
Street Road	1.9 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 38.9 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem, PA and Hopewell, PA.

Start on this road

135 ft · 16 sec · this road

Turn left onto Knights Road

261 ft · 7 sec · Knights Road

Turn left onto PA 132

1.9 mi · 3 min · Street Road

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward US 1 North: Trenton

Merge onto US 1

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Lincoln Highway

Toward US 1 North: Morrisville

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 276, PATP Use the right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 276; PATP

39 mi · 41 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 312 Toward PA 100: Downingtown, Pottstown, West Chester

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward PA 100 South: Downingtown Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto PA 100

0.5 mi · 45 sec · Pottstown Pike

Turn right onto PA 113

3.3 mi · 6 min · West Uwchlan Avenue

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward US 30 West, US 30 Business Alternate Truck West: Coatesville, Lancaster

Merge onto US 30; US 322 Alternate Truck; US 30 Business Alternate Truck

6.9 mi · 9 min · Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec

Toward Coatesville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto PA 82

2.4 mi · 3 min · North 1st Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto South 1st Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · South 1st Avenue

Continue on Youngsburg Road

0.6 mi · 59 sec · Youngsburg Road

Turn slight right onto Buck Run Road

3.0 mi · 6 min · Buck Run Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on Gum Tree Road

4.2 mi · 5 min · Gum Tree Road

At end of road, turn left onto PA 10

7.0 mi · 10 min · Limestone Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Merge onto US 1

1.6 mi · 2 min · Kennett-Oxford Bypass

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Toward PA 472: Quarryville, Oxford

Turn right onto PA 472

0.2 mi · 17 sec · West Lancaster Avenue

Turn slight left onto Bethel Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Bethel Road

Continue on Calvary Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Calvary Road

Turn left onto Roneys Corner Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Roneys Corner Road

Turn sharp right onto Hopewell Road

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Hopewell Road

Turn left

105 ft · 7 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time to avoid the heaviest regional traffic. Although the drive requires no mandatory stops, pacing yourself across the 1 hour and 45-minute duration is wise if you are sensitive to longer stints behind the wheel. Given that the route is fairly direct, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you depart to keep your $13 travel budget on track. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from the Pennsylvania Turnpike onto the Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass, as these interchanges can be busy. Planning your departure to miss peak rush hours will ensure the smoothest transition through these mixed road types.

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 37.9 miles from Bensalem, PA, or about 43m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.9 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 75.8 miles or 1h 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 37.9 miles or 43m 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 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hopewell, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bensalem, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 75.8 miles and 1h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bensalem, PA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 38.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 37.9 mi from Bensalem, PA · 43m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

38 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 75.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.9 miles from Bensalem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hopewell, PA

The final approach into Hopewell, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hopewell, PA.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.54 one way

$25.09 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$13.72	$27.45
premium	$4.92	$14.69	$29.38
diesel	$5.64	$16.84	$33.68

Estimated Tolls: $5.05

Pennsylvania Turnpike (38.9 mi) $5.05

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

$13

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	22.7	$7.96	$3.64
Efficient EV	19	$6.63	$3.03
EV Truck/SUV	30.3	$10.61	$4.85

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Bensalem, PA

Afternoon in Bensalem on Sunday

Local time

4:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hopewell, PA

Afternoon in Hopewell on Sunday

Local time

4:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°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

2 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 45m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bensalem, PA to Hopewell, PA covers 75.8 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Limestone Road, Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 37.9 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 $12.54 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.

Between Bensalem, PA and Hopewell, PA, road signs point toward Pottstown, Chester, Lancaster and Coatesville.

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Trip from Bensalem, PA to Hopewell, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hopewell, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bensalem, PA

Hopewell, PA

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 45m on the road

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