Origin
Moon, PA
Morning in Moon on Monday
Local time
10:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moon, PA to Bensalem, PA
Drive Time
5h 1m
Distance
330.8 mi
532 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 48m
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6 AM
5h 2m
8 AM
5h 29m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 9m
3 PM
5h 13m
5 PM
5h 27m
8 PM
4h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moon, PA
Jay Brand
Bensalem, PA
Haneul Trac
Trip Overview
The drive from Moon, PA to Bensalem, PA covers 330.8 miles and takes about 5h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Moon Clinton Road, University Boulevard, Airport Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
165.4 miles from Moon, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 1m drive with frequent turns across 330.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Moon Clinton Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 1m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Moon, PA to Bensalem, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Moon Clinton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airport Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Penn-Lincoln Parkway East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 76 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Moon Clinton Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moon, PA and Bensalem, PA.
1
Start on McLaughlin Road
98 ft
·
10 sec
·
McLaughlin Road
2
Turn right onto Moon Clinton Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Moon Clinton Road
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto University Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
University Boulevard
4
Turn left onto Airport Parkway
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Airport Parkway
5
Continue on Penn-Lincoln Parkway West
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway West
6
Keep slight right to continue on Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Penn-Lincoln Parkway East
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 76, PATP: Ohio, Harrisburg
8
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Harrisburg
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 76 East: Harrisburg
10
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
296 mi
·
5 hr 22 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
11
Take the exit slight right toward PA 132: Street Road
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
PA 132: Street Road
12
Turn left onto Street Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Street Road
13
Turn right onto Knights Road
262 ft
·
9 sec
·
Knights Road
14
Turn right
135 ft
·
10 sec
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 165.4 miles from Moon, PA, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.4 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
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 Moon, 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 Moon, PA
This is one driving day of about 330.8 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moon, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165.4 mi from Moon, PA · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 165.4 miles from Moon, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.74 one way
$109.48 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
116 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $59.90 | $119.79 |
| premium | $4.92 | $64.10 | $128.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $73.49 | $146.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.2 | 1 | $34.73 | $15.88 |
| Efficient EV | 82.7 | 0 | $28.95 | $13.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132.3 | 1 | $46.31 | $21.17 |
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Monday
Local time
10:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Cuba, NY
165 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
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
5h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Moon, PA to Bensalem, PA covers 330.8 miles and takes about 5h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Moon Clinton Road, University Boulevard, Airport Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 165.4 miles from Moon, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 1m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Moon, PA to Bensalem, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Moon, PA to Bensalem, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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