This 139.9-mile drive from Hampton, PA to Bensalem, PA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The majority of your journey, 94% to be exact, will be on highways, primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 15. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this route offers a straightforward and efficient passage through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. Its highway-focused profile makes it a practical choice for those looking to cover distance without significant detours. One stop is recommended along the way to break up the drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.9 miles from Hampton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 139.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 94% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 115.6 miles. While the initial and final segments might involve other main roads like US 15 and Carlisle Pike, the overall character is one of consistent highway travel. This profile suggests a drive that is generally smooth and efficient, allowing for steady progress towards your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 115.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 15. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near US 15.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 139.9 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 5.8 miles (US 15): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.8 mi into trip|~8m in|US 15
Merge onto US 15
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
21.2 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
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 I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
7
21.8 mi into trip|~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia
5
22.1 mi into trip|~32m in|I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge onto I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
137.7 mi into trip|~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward PA 132: Street Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 352
Toward PA 132: Street Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hampton, PA and Bensalem, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.
Patp: Pittsburgh
21.2 mi in|~30m
Philadelphia
21.2 mi in|~30m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
115.6 mi
2h 3m
US 15
15.4 mi
21m
Carlisle Pike
5.5 mi
7m
Street Road
1.7 mi
2m
Knights Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 115.6 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton, PA and Bensalem, PA.
1
Start on this road
328 ft·5 sec·this road
2
Continue on PA 94
5.5 mi·7 min·Carlisle Pike
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
4
Merge onto US 15
14 mi·18 min·US 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 15
1.9 mi·2 min·US 15
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 76, PATP: Pittsburgh, PhiladelphiaUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 76 East: PhiladelphiaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 76; PATP
116 mi·2 hr 3 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 352Toward PA 132: Street RoadUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto PA 132
1.7 mi·2 min·Street Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn right onto Knights Road
261 ft·8 sec·Knights Road
12
Turn right
135 ft·9 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 139.9-mile journey, departing in the morning is advisable to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Since the drive is only about 2 hours and 40 minutes, you have flexibility with your timing. Plan for one stop, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without exits is over 115 miles on the Turnpike. The estimated fuel cost is $23, so budget accordingly.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.9 miles from Hampton, PA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.6 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 31 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.9 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 11m
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 Hampton, 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 Hampton, PA
This is one driving day of about 139.9 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Hampton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 115.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.9 mi from Hampton, PA
· 1h 23m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 110.9
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 14.5
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
13 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 53.1
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
$1
near mile 125.4
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 120.6
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 101.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.19 one way
$46.39 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$25.40
$50.80
premium
$4.93
$27.13
$54.26
diesel
$5.61
$30.89
$61.78
Estimated Tolls: $15.03
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(115.6 mi)$15.03
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
$23
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42
0
$14.69
$6.72
Efficient EV
35
0
$12.24
$5.60
EV Truck/SUV
56
0
$19.59
$8.95
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hampton, PA
Afternoon
in Hampton on Friday
Local time
12:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bensalem, PA
Afternoon
in Bensalem on Friday
Local time
12:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Akron, PA
70 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 40m 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 Hampton, PA to Bensalem, PA covers 139.9 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 15, Carlisle Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.9 miles from Hampton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.19 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 139.9 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 5.8 miles (US 15): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hampton, PA and Bensalem, PA, road signs point toward Patp: Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Valley Forge National Historical Park, Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument and Appalachian National Scenic Trail. There are 6 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.
