Origin
Bensalem, PA
Afternoon in Bensalem on Sunday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bensalem, PA to Norwood, PA
Drive Time
44m
Distance
30.2 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
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6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bensalem, PA
Haneul Trac
Norwood, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Bensalem to Norwood, you are looking at a straightforward 30.2-mile journey through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. Clocking in at approximately 44 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend about $5 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The drive relies heavily on major infrastructure, including the Delaware Expressway, Knights Road, and Woodhaven Road. Because this is a relatively short trip, it offers the flexibility to head out whenever it best suits your plans without the fatigue associated with longer hauls.
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
15.1 miles from Bensalem, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 83% of this 30.2-mile drive is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Delaware Expressway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 25.1 miles. While the route begins with the high-speed pace of the expressway, the transition into Knights Road and Woodhaven Road shifts the feel of the drive toward more typical local travel. It is a functional, efficient path that prioritizes speed over scenic detours. You should prepare for a consistent, utilitarian pace that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination in Norwood.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Delaware Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 25.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and Knights Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Knights Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 30.2 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: near the start (Knights Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (Woodhaven Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Knights Road
Turn right onto Knights Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Woodhaven Road
Turn left onto Woodhaven Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
2.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
8
28.2 mi into trip
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~39m in
Take the exit toward PA 420: Prospect Park, Essington
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 9B-A
Toward PA 420: Prospect Park, Essington
9
28.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 420 North: Prospect Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9B
Toward PA 420 North: Prospect Park
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bensalem, PA to Norwood, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Essington along the way.
Essington
28.2 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 25.1 mi | 34m |
| Knights Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Woodhaven Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Chester Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wanamaker Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Ridley Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Welcome Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Delaware Expressway
— 25.1 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem, PA and Norwood, PA.
1
Start on this road
135 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Knights Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Knights Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto Woodhaven Road
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Woodhaven Road
Use the left lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward PA 63 East: Bristol Pike
5
Merge onto PA 63
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Woodhaven Road
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
25 mi
·
34 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 9B-A
Toward PA 420: Prospect Park, Essington
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 9B
Toward PA 420 North: Prospect Park
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto PA 420
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Wanamaker Avenue
11
Continue on PA 420
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lincoln Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Chester Pike
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto West Ridley Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Ridley Avenue
14
Turn right onto Welcome Avenue
238 ft
·
10 sec
·
Welcome Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Welcome Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 44-minute drive with zero planned stops, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. However, given the high volume of highway travel involved, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure you maintain that estimated travel time. With only $5 needed for fuel, you can easily top off your tank before you leave Bensalem and reach Norwood without needing to pull over for gas. Pay close attention to traffic flow on the Delaware Expressway, as that 25.1-mile stretch is the primary artery for your journey. Keep your focus on the road, as the highway-heavy nature of this route demands steady attention even on shorter trips.
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 15.1 miles from Bensalem, PA, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.1 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 30.2 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.1 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norwood, 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 30.2 miles and 44m.
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 Delaware Expressway for about 25.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.1 mi from Bensalem, PA · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Bensalem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norwood, PA
The final approach into Norwood, 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 Norwood, 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
$5.00 one way
$9.99 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.47 | $10.94 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.85 | $11.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Norwood, PA
Afternoon in Norwood on Sunday
Local time
4:50 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
44m 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 Norwood, PA covers 30.2 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Delaware Expressway, Knights Road, Woodhaven 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 15.1 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 $5.00 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 11 significant decision points across 30.2 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: near the start (Knights Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (Woodhaven Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bensalem, PA to Norwood, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Essington along the way.
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