Drive Time
44m
Distance
30.2 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
The drive from Bensalem, PA to Norwood, PA covers 30.2 miles and takes about 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Knights Road, Woodhaven Road, PA 63 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.86 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.
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 22m into the drive .
Expect a 44m drive with frequent turns across 30.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Knights Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Woodhaven Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 63 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Delaware Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 420 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PA 420 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wanamaker Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem, PA and Norwood, PA.
Start on the route
Turn right onto Knights Road
Turn left onto Woodhaven Road
Keep slight left to continue on PA 63 East: Bristol Pike
Merge slight left onto Woodhaven Road
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward PA 420: Prospect Park, Essington
Keep slight right to continue on PA 420 North: Prospect Park
Turn straight onto Wanamaker Avenue
Continue on Lincoln Avenue
Turn right onto Chester Pike
Turn left onto West Ridley Avenue
Turn right onto Welcome Avenue
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norwood, PA than in the middle of the route.
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 30.2 miles and 44m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.1 mi from Bensalem, PA · 22m 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.
A short stop after about 30.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Bensalem, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$4.86 one way
$9.72 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.47 | $10.94 |
| premium | $4.95 | $5.89 | $11.78 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals (1 day)
$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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Bensalem on Saturday
Local time
4:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Norwood on Saturday
Local time
4:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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