The drive from Bushkill, PA to Bensalem, PA covers 87.6 miles and takes about 2h 18m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 31 South BEGIN, US 46, US 209 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.9 miles on Route 31 South BEGIN.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.52 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
43.8 miles from Bushkill, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 87.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 18m highway drive covering 87.6 miles, with most of the trip on Route 31 South BEGIN and US 46. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.9 miles on Route 31 South BEGIN.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 31 South BEGIN is the longest continuous segment at about 26.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Route 31 South BEGIN and US 46. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.2 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 87.6 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 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60 miles (NJ 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
17.2 mi into trip|~31m in
Take the exit toward US 46 East: Portland, Buttzville
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 4B
Toward US 46 East: Portland, Buttzville
7
60 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|NJ 31
Take the exit onto NJ 31 toward NJ 31 South, CR 579 South: Trenton
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 South, CR 579 South: Trenton
7
78.3 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 1 South: Langhorne
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 1 South: Langhorne
6
85.3 mi into trip|~2h 14m in|SR 8017
Take the exit onto SR 8017 toward PA 132: Street Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward PA 132: Street Road
6
85.4 mi into trip|~2h 14m in|SR 8017
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 8017 toward PA 132 East: Street Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward PA 132 East: Street Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bushkill, PA and Bensalem, PA, road signs point toward Buttzville and Cr 579 South: Trenton.
Buttzville
17.2 mi in|~31m
Cr 579 South: Trenton
60 mi in|~1h 34m|via NJ 31
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Route 31 South BEGIN
26.9 mi
38m
US 46
9.6 mi
15m
US 209
8 mi
15m
I 295
6.8 mi
8m
US 202
5.8 mi
8m
Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
5 mi
6m
Keystone Shortway
4.9 mi
7m
Bear Tavern Road
4.2 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Route 31 South BEGIN
— 26.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bushkill, PA and Bensalem, PA.
1
Start on US 209
8.0 mi·15 min·US 209
2
Enter roundabout onto US 209
176 ft·6 sec·Seven Bridge Road
3
Continue on US 209
1.9 mi·3 min·Seven Bridge Road
4
Turn left onto Gap View Drive
0.7 mi·1 min·Gap View Drive
5
At end of road, turn right onto River Road
0.8 mi·1 min·River Road
6
Enter roundabout onto Broad Street
227 ft·3 sec·Broad Street
7
Continue on Broad Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Broad Street
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
9
Merge onto I 80
4.9 mi·7 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 4BToward US 46 East: Portland, ButtzvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 46; NJ 94
9.6 mi·15 min·US 46; NJ 94
12
Turn right onto NJ 31
27 mi·38 min·Route 31 South BEGIN
Use the straight lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 202; NJ 31
456 ft·8 sec·US 202; NJ 31
14
Continue on US 202; NJ 31
5.7 mi·8 min·US 202; NJ 31
15
Take the exit onto NJ 31
2.5 mi·3 min·NJ 31
Toward NJ 31 South, CR 579 South: TrentonUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto CR 579
1.1 mi·1 min·Harbourton Road
17
Continue on CR 579
2.4 mi·4 min·Harbourton-Rocktown Road
18
Continue on CR 579
0.9 mi·1 min·Trenton-Harbourton Road
19
Continue on CR 579
3.2 mi·6 min·Bear Tavern Road
20
Continue on CR 579; CR 637
0.2 mi·26 sec·Jacobs Creek Road
21
Continue on CR 579
1.0 mi·2 min·Bear Tavern Road
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 295 North: Philadelphia
23
Merge onto I 295
6.8 mi·8 min·I 295
24
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 5BToward US 1 South: LanghorneUse the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto US 1
5.0 mi·6 min·Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 1
1.4 mi·2 min·Lincoln Highway
Use the straight lane.
27
Take the exit onto SR 8017
517 ft·12 sec·SR 8017
Toward PA 132: Street RoadUse the straight / right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 8017
330 ft·10 sec·SR 8017
Toward PA 132 East: Street Road
29
Turn straight onto PA 132
2.0 mi·3 min·Street Road
Use the left / right lanes.
30
Turn right onto Knights Road
261 ft·8 sec·Knights Road
31
Turn right
135 ft·9 sec
32
Arrive at destination
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 43.8 miles from Bushkill, PA, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.9 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 19 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.8 miles or 1h 10m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bensalem, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bushkill, 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 Bushkill, PA
This is one driving day of about 87.6 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Bushkill, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Route 31 South BEGIN for about 26.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.8 mi from Bushkill, PA
· 1h 10m into the drive
The midpoint is around 43.8 miles from Bushkill, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bensalem, PA
The final approach into Bensalem, 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 Bensalem, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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
Park Closure: Routine Winter Service Levels in Effect
Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
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...
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
near mile 87.6
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
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 84.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.52 one way
$29.05 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.91
$31.81
premium
$4.93
$16.99
$33.98
diesel
$5.61
$19.34
$38.68
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: 30.6 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
26.3
0
$9.20
$4.20
Efficient EV
21.9
0
$7.66
$3.50
EV Truck/SUV
35
0
$12.26
$5.61
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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Bushkill, PA
Morning
in Bushkill on Saturday
Local time
7:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bensalem, PA
Morning
in Bensalem on Saturday
Local time
7:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 to 10 mph29% chanceLive 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
1 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 18m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bushkill, PA to Bensalem, PA covers 87.6 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 31 South BEGIN, US 46, US 209. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.8 miles from Bushkill, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.52 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 87.6 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 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60 miles (NJ 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Bushkill, PA and Bensalem, PA, road signs point toward Buttzville and Cr 579 South: Trenton.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial. 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.
