Origin
Lower Saucon, PA
Morning in Lower Saucon on Saturday
Local time
8:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lower Saucon, PA to Bensalem, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lower Saucon, PA
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Bensalem, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lower Saucon, PA to Bensalem, PA covers 45.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Easton Road, Street Road, York Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11 miles on Easton Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 15m drive with frequent turns across 45.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Easton Road is the longest continuous segment at about 11 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near PA 212; PA 412 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 3.9 miles (PA 212; PA 412 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 12.1 miles (PA 611 / Easton Road): Navigation decision point; at 27.4 miles (PA 263 / York Road): 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
3.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
PA 212; PA 412 / Main Street
Turn sharp left onto PA 212; PA 412 / Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
12.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
PA 611 / Easton Road
At end of road, turn right onto PA 611 / Easton Road
Navigation decision point
5
27.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
PA 263 / York Road
Turn right onto PA 263 / York Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
38 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
PA 132 / Street Road
Turn left onto PA 132 / Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
45.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Easton Road | 11 mi | 15m |
| Street Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| York Road | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| West Bristol Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Lower Saucon Road | 3.9 mi | 9m |
| Durham Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| East Swamp Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Easton Road
— 11 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lower Saucon, PA and Bensalem, PA.
1
Start on Lower Saucon Road
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Lower Saucon Road
2
Turn sharp left onto PA 212; PA 412
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on PA 212; PA 412
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Durham Road
4
Turn right onto PA 412
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on PA 412
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Harrow Road
6
Continue on PA 412
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Durham Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto PA 611
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Easton Road
8
Keep slight left at fork onto North Easton Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Easton Road
9
Turn left onto PA 313
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Swamp Road
10
Continue on PA 313
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Swamp Road
11
Turn right onto PA 263
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
York Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto West Bristol Road
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
West Bristol Road
13
Turn right onto PA 232
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Second Street Pike
14
Turn left onto PA 132
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Street Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Knights Road
261 ft
·
8 sec
·
Knights Road
16
Turn right
135 ft
·
9 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Lower Saucon, PA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Lower Saucon, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.49 one way
$14.99 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.21 | $16.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Bensalem, PA
Morning in Bensalem on Saturday
Local time
8:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Doylestown, PA
23 mi in
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
3 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 15m 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 Lower Saucon, PA to Bensalem, PA covers 45.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Easton Road, Street Road, York Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.6 miles from Lower Saucon, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.49 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 45.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 3.9 miles (PA 212; PA 412 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 12.1 miles (PA 611 / Easton Road): Navigation decision point; at 27.4 miles (PA 263 / York Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lower Saucon, PA to Bensalem, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park.
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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