Origin
Boyertown, PA
Morning in Boyertown on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Boyertown, PA to Bristol, PA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
57.2 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boyertown, PA
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Bristol, PA
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Trip Overview
This 57.2-mile drive from Boyertown, PA to Bristol, PA takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it a straightforward day trip. The journey primarily utilizes the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, with a portion on Main Street. With a fuel cost estimated at $9, this route offers a budget-friendly excursion within the Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially some local road navigation. Given its relatively short duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 23.6 mi | 26m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| Sumneytown Pike | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Hill Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Layfield Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| East Philadelphia Avenue | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| Big Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 23.6 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boyertown, PA and Bristol, PA.
1
Start on North Reading Avenue
20 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Reading Avenue
2
Turn left onto PA 73
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East Philadelphia Avenue
3
Turn left onto Gilbertsville Road
137 ft
·
3 sec
·
Gilbertsville Road
4
Turn straight onto PA 73
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Philadelphia Avenue
5
Continue on PA 73
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Big Road
6
Turn left onto PA 663
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Layfield Road
7
Turn right onto Hill Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Hill Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto PA 29
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Gravel Pike
9
Turn left onto PA 63
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on PA 63
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Sumneytown Pike
11
Continue on PA 63
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto PA 63
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sumneytown Pike
13
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PATP South
14
Merge onto I 476; PATP
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Use the right lane.
16
Merge onto I 276; PATP
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 42
Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
18
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
360 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
19
Keep slight right at fork
357 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 13 South: Bristol
Use the right lane.
20
Merge onto US 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bristol Pike
Use the left lane.
21
Turn slight left onto Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Beaver Street
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
23
Turn right onto Pond Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pond Street
24
Turn left
91 ft
·
12 sec
25
Arrive at destination
1 ft
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Boyertown, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 30.8 and 55.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
30.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
5
31.1 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge onto I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
54.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 42
Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
8
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 13 South: Bristol
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 13 South: Bristol
5
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
US 13 / Bristol Pike
Merge onto US 13 / Bristol Pike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.48 one way
$18.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.39 | $20.77 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.09 | $22.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.63 | $25.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.34
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(33.4 mi)
$4.34
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$4
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.01 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bristol, PA
Morning in Bristol on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
NE 5 mph
20% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive experience on this route, with 58% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a significant stretch, including a 23.6-mile segment without exits, offering a period of consistent speed. The transition to Main Street may introduce more varied traffic patterns and potentially slower speeds as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and more local road characteristics.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.2 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Boyertown, PA to Bristol, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp South along the way.
Patp South
20.5 mi in
|
~38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 57.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.34 in tolls one way, starting with Pennsylvania Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bristol, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bristol, PA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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