Origin
Bristol, PA
Morning in Bristol on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bristol, PA to Audubon, 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
54m
Distance
39.7 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bristol, PA
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Audubon, PA
Jay Brand
Trip Overview
This straightforward 39.7-mile drive from Bristol, PA, to Audubon, PA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 54 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the County Line Expressway, with a significant 86% of the journey on highway-like roads. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $7, making it an economical option. Given its short duration and focused highway profile, this route is ideal for a quick transit between these two Northeast locations without the need for an overnight stay. It offers a direct and efficient way to cover the distance.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 31.5 mi | 36m |
| County Line Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Audubon Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Bristol Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pawlings Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Beaver Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 31.5 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Audubon, PA.
1
Start on this road
158 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
506 ft
·
27 sec
·
Washington Street
3
Turn left onto Wood Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
Wood Street
4
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
5
At end of road, turn right onto Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Beaver Street
6
Turn slight right onto US 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bristol Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Toward I 95: Philadelphia, New York
Use the left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 276; PATP
30 mi
·
33 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Exit 40
Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
this road
Toward I 76 East: Philadelphia, Valley Forge
13
Continue on I 76
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Schuylkill Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
446 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 328A
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 422 West
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 422 West: Pottstown
17
Continue on US 422
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
County Line Expressway
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward PA 363: Audubon, Trooper
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn slight right onto PA 363
450 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Trooper Road
20
Turn left onto Audubon Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Audubon Road
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto Pawlings Road
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Pawlings Road
22
Turn right onto Egypt Road
108 ft
·
4 sec
·
Egypt Road
Use the right lane.
23
Turn right
108 ft
·
10 sec
24
Turn right
155 ft
·
11 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from Bristol, 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 34.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike toward I 95: Philadelphia, New York
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95: Philadelphia, New York
8
2.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
9
3.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 40
Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg
8
33.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 326
Toward I 76 East: Valley Forge, Philadelphia
8
34.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester, Pottstown, Swedesford Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 328A
Toward US 202 South, US 422 West: West Chester,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.58 one way
$13.16 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.21 | $14.42 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.10
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(31.5 mi)
$4.10
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$4
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Audubon, PA
Morning in Audubon on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
12 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
54m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 39.7-mile trip, with 86% of the route utilizing high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.5 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While the Pennsylvania Turnpike and County Line Expressway provide efficient travel, the final segment on Audubon Road will likely involve a shift in scenery and speed as you approach your destination. This drive is characterized by its directness and reliance on major arteries for most of its length.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.5 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and County Line Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 19 decision points packed into just 39.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (Pennsylvania Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Between Bristol, PA and Audubon, PA, road signs point toward Harrisburg, Patp West: Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Valley Forge, Pottstown and Trooper.
Harrisburg
2.3 mi in
|
~6m
Patp West: Harrisburg
3.9 mi in
|
~9m
|
via I 276; PATP
Philadelphia
33.7 mi in
|
~42m
Valley Forge
34.1 mi in
|
~43m
Pottstown
34.8 mi in
|
~45m
Trooper
37.8 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 39.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.5 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.10 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 Audubon, 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 1.7 miles (Pennsylvania Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Audubon, 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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