Origin
Bensalem, PA
Morning in Bensalem on Friday
Local time
10:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bensalem, PA to Kennett Square, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m
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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Kennett Square, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bensalem, PA to Kennett Square, PA covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 202, West Street Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.68 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 58.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 20m highway drive covering 58.4 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 202. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 31.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 202. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 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 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
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
8
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
8
34.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
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 320
Toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
6
36.9 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the ramp toward US 202 South: West Chester
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 202 South: West Chester
6
48.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
PA 926 / West Street Road
Turn right onto PA 926 / West Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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 Kennett Square, PA, road signs point toward Allentown and Malvern.
Allentown
3 mi in
|
~5m
Malvern
34.4 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 31.2 mi | 33m |
| US 202 | 11.6 mi | 16m |
| West Street Road | 5.5 mi | 10m |
| East Baltimore Pike | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Street Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North Morehall Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lenape Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East State Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 31.2 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem, PA and Kennett Square, 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
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
Toward US 1 North: Morrisville
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276, PATP
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 276; PATP
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 320
Toward PA 29: Phoenixville, Malvern
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto PA 29
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Morehall Road
11
Turn right onto Swedesford Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Swedesford Road
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 202 South: West Chester
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto US 202
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
US 202
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 202; US 322
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 202; US 322
15
Turn right onto PA 926
5.5 mi
·
10 min
·
West Street Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto PA 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lenape Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto US 1
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Use the right lane.
18
Take the exit onto East Baltimore Pike
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Baltimore Pike
Toward Kennett Square
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on East Old Baltimore Pike
373 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Old Baltimore Pike
20
Continue on Miller's Hill
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Miller's Hill
21
Continue on East State Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
22
Arrive at destination
East State Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Bensalem, PA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Bensalem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kennett Square, PA
The final approach into Kennett Square, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.68 one way
$19.36 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.60 | $21.21 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.33 | $22.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.05
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(31.2 mi)
$4.05
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$4
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Kennett Square, PA
Morning in Kennett Square on Friday
Local time
10:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
9 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 20m 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 Kennett Square, PA covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 202, West Street 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 29.2 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 $9.68 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.4 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bensalem, PA and Kennett Square, PA, road signs point toward Allentown and Malvern.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Valley Forge National Historical Park, First State National Historical Park and Independence National Historical Park. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.
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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