Bristol, PA Road Trips
Sitting in the Northeast, Bristol, PA is a convenient base with 60 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 329 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Bristol, PA head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
60
Longest Drive
435 mi
Harborcreek, PA
Quickest Drive
5h 24m
Sykesville, PA
Plan Around Bristol, PA
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Bristol, PA
Bristol, PA to Harborcreek, PA
Bristol, PA to Lawrence Park, PA
Bristol, PA to North East, PA
Bristol, PA to Waterford, PA
Bristol, PA to Sharpsville, PA
Bristol, PA to Farrell, PA
Bristol, PA to Neshannock, PA
Bristol, PA to Mercer, PA
Bristol, PA to Columbus, PA
Bristol, PA to Oakland, PA
Bristol, PA to Grove City, PA
Bristol, PA to Beaver Falls, PA
Bristol, PA to Ellwood City, PA
Bristol, PA to Mechanicsburg, PA
Bristol, PA to Economy, PA
Bristol, PA to Youngsville, PA
Bristol, PA to Monaca, PA
Bristol, PA to Bell Acres, PA
Driving from Bristol, PA
The typical drive from Bristol, PA covers about 329 miles and takes around 6h 17m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 435 miles (8h 7m), while the shortest is just 288 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Bristol, PA include Harborcreek, PA (435 mi, 8h 4m), Lawrence Park, PA (431.8 mi, 8h 2m), North East, PA (404.1 mi, 8h 7m), Waterford, PA (388.8 mi, 7h 42m), and Sharpsville, PA (380.8 mi, 7h 7m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in PA currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 329-mile trip from Bristol, PA, budget about $53 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 60 mapped routes leaving Bristol, PA and 0 routes heading into Bristol, PA, covering 60 total connections. Distances range from 288 to 435 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bristol, PA covers 435 miles and takes approximately 8h 7m. Shorter options start at just 288 miles.
The average route from Bristol, PA runs about 329 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 17m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 329-mile trip from Bristol, PA costs roughly $53 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bristol, PA include Harborcreek, PA, Lawrence Park, PA, North East, PA and Waterford, PA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bristol, PA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
9,874
Median Income
$70,595
Median Home Value
$236,400
Median Age
39.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Bristol, PA at a Glance
Founded
1681
Elevation
20 ft
Area
1 mi²
Notable People from Bristol, PA
A sampling of people born in Bristol, PA.
Poul Anderson
1926–2001
American science fiction writer (1926–2001)
Lauren Holly
1963
American actress
Daniel W. Bursch
1957
American astronaut
Neal Burns
1892–1969
actor (1892-1969)
Thomas Godfrey
1704–1749
American optician and inventor (1704-1749)
Ileen Getz
1961–2005
American actress (1961-2005)
Charlie Saxton
1990
American actor
Joseph McIlvaine
1769–1826
American politician (1769-1826)
Lisa Adams
1955
American painter (born 1955)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Bristol, PA.
Harriman Historic District
historic district in the United States
Dorrance Mansion
historic house in Pennsylvania, United States
Bristol Historic District
historic district in Pennsylvania, United States
Grundy Mill Complex
City data from Wikidata (Q1132588), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Bristol, PA
Bristol is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This article also covers the neighboring communities of Tullytown and Levittown.
Bristol Riverside Theatre Silver Lake Park Margaret R. Grundy Theatre and Museum
Grundy Ice Rink. Bristol Spurline Park Rail Trail. (updated Mar 2020)
Bristol is approximately 20 minutes north of central Philadelphia via Interstate 95. The Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-276, has an exit in Bristol. Coming from New Jersey, Bristol is serviced by the Burlington-Bristol Bridge or the turnpike bridge, which connects the New Jersey Turnpike to the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The SEPTA Trenton Line stops in Bristol.
Travel tips adapted from Bristol (Pennsylvania) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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