How far is Bensalem, PA from Dunmore, PA?
The driving distance from Bensalem, PA to Dunmore, PA is about 127.1 miles (204.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.6 miles (157.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bensalem and Dunmore.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem and Dunmore.
-
1
Start on the route
41 m · 17 sec
-
2
Turn left onto Knights Road
80 m · 8 sec · Knights Road
-
3
Turn left onto Street Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Street Road
-
4
Take the ramp left toward US 1 North: Trenton
921 ft · 23 sec
-
5
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
1524 ft · 26 sec · Lincoln Highway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 276, PATP
3193 ft · 2 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
872 ft · 27 sec
-
8
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
17.1 mi · 18 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
783 ft · 19 sec
-
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
1642 ft · 40 sec
-
11
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
94.1 mi · 1 hr 44 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton
1.2 km · 2 min
-
13
Keep slight right to continue on PA 315 North: Scranton
844 ft · 21 sec
-
14
Merge slight left onto Chestnut Street
159 m · 9 sec · Chestnut Street
-
15
Take the exit straight toward I 81 North: Scranton
1395 ft · 34 sec
-
16
Merge slight left
8.2 mi · 9 min
-
17
Take the exit slight right toward PA 307
835 ft · 22 sec
-
18
Turn left onto River Street
1935 ft · 52 sec · River Street
-
19
Turn right onto Crown Avenue
1207 ft · 26 sec · Crown Avenue
-
20
Continue on Harrison Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · Harrison Avenue
-
21
Turn right onto Myrtle Street
122 m · 13 sec · Myrtle Street
-
22
Turn left onto Wheeler Avenue
3164 ft · 1 min · Wheeler Avenue
-
23
At the end of the road, turn left onto Cherry Street
113 m · 6 sec · Cherry Street
-
24
Keep slight right to continue on Short Street
77 m · 4 sec · Short Street
-
25
Continue on South Blakely Street
1680 ft · 30 sec · South Blakely Street
-
26
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Blakely Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bensalem and Dunmore.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
94.1 mi · 01h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Bensalem and Mostly Sunny near Dunmore.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bensalem to Dunmore?
The road trip is about 127.1 miles (204.5 km) and usually takes 02h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Schnecksville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.5 miles from Bensalem and 63.5 miles from Dunmore.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.6 miles (157.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.31 one way or $36.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bensalem and Mostly Sunny near Dunmore.
Stop Ideas Near Schnecksville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Schnecksville.
White Haven, PA
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Paoli
Exton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bensalem and Dunmore. Straight-line distance: 97.62 mi (157.1 km).
#1 Bensalem
Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 60,491 |
| Coordinates | 40.1045500, -74.9512800 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dunmore
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 12,836 |
| Coordinates | 41.4198000, -75.6324100 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dunmore (-75.63241, 41.4198)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 204 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $18.31 | $36.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $20.60 | $41.21 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $22.19 | $44.39 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $26.79 | $53.58 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.