How far is Bensalem, PA from Erie, PA?
Fastest route
This route from Bensalem, Pennsylvania, 19020 to Erie, Pennsylvania takes approximately 6 hours and 12 minutes covering a distance of 410 miles. The route includes tolls and passes through various highways including US-322 W, I-80 W, and I-79 N.
Directions
- Head southeast on Apple Way toward PA-513 N.
- Turn left onto Mechanicsville Rd.
- Turn right onto PA-132 W/Street Rd.
- Turn left to merge onto US-1 N.
- Take I-276 W and I-76 W to US-322 W in Worth Township. Take exit 62 from I-99 S.
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-276 W/Harrisburg, and merge onto I-276 W (toll road).
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 247 toward I-283 N (toll road).
- Keep left to stay on I-283 N.
- Use the middle lane to stay on I-283 N.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 51A to merge onto I-81 S/US-322 W toward Carlisle/Lewistown.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 67B to merge onto US-22 W/US-322 W toward Lewistown.
- Keep left to stay on US-322 W. US-322 W turns slightly right and becomes I-99 S/US-322 W.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 62 toward US-322 W.
- Turn right onto US-322 W/N 3rd St/N Centre St. Continue to follow US-322 W.
- Turn left onto the ramp to Dubois.
- Follow I-80 W and I-79 N to W Bayfront Pkwy in Erie.
- Take exit 19B to merge onto I-79 N toward Erie.
- Continue on W Bayfront Pkwy and drive to State St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Make sure to plan for toll expenses along the route.
- ⛽ Consider refueling before embarking on the journey to ensure a smooth trip.
- 🚗 Check for traffic updates and road conditions before departure.
- 🚦 Observe speed limits and follow traffic regulations.
- 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the route and have a navigation system or map handy.
- 📱 Keep your phone charged and have emergency contact numbers accessible.
- 🚧 Be aware of any construction or detours that may affect the route.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 06h 27m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Township in Centre County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bensalem and Erie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem and Erie.
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Start on the route
41 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto Knights Road
80 m · 8 sec · Knights Road
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3
Turn left onto Street Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Street Road
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4
Take the ramp left toward US 1 North: Trenton
921 ft · 23 sec
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5
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
1524 ft · 26 sec · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 276, PATP
3193 ft · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 276 Toll West: Harrisburg, Allentown
872 ft · 27 sec
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8
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
17.1 mi · 18 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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9
Take the exit slight right toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
783 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
1642 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.2 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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12
Take the exit slight right toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
1.1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left
879 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Hazleton
1650 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
256.6 mi · 4 hr 38 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 79 North: Erie
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight right
65.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
1388 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto West 12th Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · West 12th Street
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Turn left onto State Street
2318 ft · 2 min · State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bensalem and Erie.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Keystone Shortway
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
257 mi · 04h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Bensalem and Sunny near Erie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bensalem to Erie?
The road trip is about 409.9 miles (659.7 km) and usually takes 06h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Curtin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 210.9 miles from Bensalem and 199 miles from Erie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 301.6 miles (485.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 108.3 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $59.08 one way or $118.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 128.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bensalem and Sunny near Erie.
Stop Ideas Near Curtin
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 Curtin.
Lewistown
Tyrone
Huntingdon
Altoona Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bensalem and Erie. Straight-line distance: 301.55 mi (485.3 km).
#1 Bensalem
Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 60,491 |
| Coordinates | 40.1045500, -74.9512800 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Erie
The second most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 95,077 |
| Coordinates | 42.1292200, -80.0850600 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Street (-80.085094, 42.129207)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 660 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $59.08 | $118.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $66.50 | $133.00 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $71.63 | $143.27 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $86.47 | $172.94 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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