How far is Bensalem, PA from New Kensington, PA?
The driving distance from Bensalem, PA to New Kensington, PA is about 313.7 miles (504.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 255.5 miles (411.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 43m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bensalem and New Kensington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bensalem and New Kensington.
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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 left to continue on Cheswick, Springdale
1128 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto Freeport Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Freeport Road
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Continue on Pittsburgh Street
2.2 mi · 6 min · Pittsburgh Street
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Continue on Freeport Road
1 mi · 2 min · Freeport Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Freeport Road
845 ft · 21 sec · Freeport Road
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Turn straight onto New Kensington Bridge
1646 ft · 30 sec · New Kensington Bridge
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Continue on 9th Street
1309 ft · 45 sec · 9th Street
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Turn left onto Constitution Boulevard
1486 ft · 43 sec · Constitution Boulevard
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Turn right
96 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto Locust Street
85 m · 8 sec · Locust Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Locust Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bensalem and New Kensington.
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.
Sunny leaving Bensalem and Sunny near New Kensington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bensalem to New Kensington?
The road trip is about 313.7 miles (504.9 km) and usually takes 05h 51m 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 156.6 miles from Bensalem and 157.1 miles from New Kensington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 255.5 miles (411.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.2 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 5:16 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.23 one way or $90.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 98.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bensalem and Sunny near New Kensington.
Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bensalem and New Kensington. Straight-line distance: 255.51 mi (411.2 km).
#1 Bensalem
Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 60,491 |
| Coordinates | 40.1045500, -74.9512800 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Kensington
City in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 12,188 |
| Coordinates | 40.5697900, -79.7647700 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Kensington (-79.76477, 40.56979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 505 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 27m |
| 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 | $45.23 | $90.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $50.91 | $101.82 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $54.84 | $109.68 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $66.20 | $132.40 |
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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