How far is Bensalem, PA from Fox Chapel, PA?
The driving distance from Bensalem, PA to Fox Chapel, PA is about 313.4 miles (504.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 261.2 miles (420.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bensalem and Fox Chapel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem and Fox Chapel.
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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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Turn left onto Street Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Street Road
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Take the ramp left toward US 1 North: Trenton
921 ft · 23 sec
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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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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
304.5 mi · 5 hr 31 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 28: New Kensington, Pittsburgh
2697 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on New Kensington, Pittsburgh
1255 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on Freeport Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Freeport Road
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Turn right onto Powers Run Road
1 mi · 2 min · Powers Run Road
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Turn left onto Field Club Road
1 mi · 3 min · Field Club Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Field Club Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bensalem and Fox Chapel.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
304 mi · 05h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bensalem and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fox Chapel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bensalem to Fox Chapel?
The road trip is about 313.4 miles (504.4 km) and usually takes 05h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lurgan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156.5 miles from Bensalem and 157 miles from Fox Chapel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 261.2 miles (420.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.2 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 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:20 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.19 one way or $90.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bensalem and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fox Chapel.
Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
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 Lurgan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bensalem and Fox Chapel. Straight-line distance: 261.17 mi (420.31 km).
#1 Bensalem
Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 60,491 |
| Coordinates | 40.1045500, -74.9512800 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fox Chapel
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 5,056 |
| Coordinates | 40.5134000, -79.8797700 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fox Chapel (-79.87977, 40.5134)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 504 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $45.19 | $90.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $50.86 | $101.73 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $54.79 | $109.58 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $66.14 | $132.28 |
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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