Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.5 mi
51 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Colwyn, PA
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If you are looking to travel from Bristol to Colwyn, you are looking at a compact 31.5-mile journey through Pennsylvania. Expect to spend about 51 minutes behind the wheel for this local trip, which is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. Because this route avoids highways entirely, you will be sticking to local streets like Washington, Radcliffe, and Market. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly affordable way to navigate between these two Northeast locations. This drive is ideal for those who prefer staying off the interstates and navigating the local landscape at their own pace.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 22.1 mi | 30m |
| State Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Island Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Bartram Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Street Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Otter Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Radcliffe Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South 4th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Colwyn, PA.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Washington Street
At end of road, turn right onto Radcliffe Street
Turn right onto Market Street
At end of road, turn left onto Old US Hwy 13
Turn right onto Mill Street
Continue on Otter Street
Continue on Old US Hwy 13
Turn left onto PA 413
Turn right onto State Road
Turn right onto Street Road
Turn left
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Continue on Bartram Avenue
Turn right onto Island Avenue
Turn left onto Woodland Avenue
Continue on Main Street
Turn left onto South 4th Street
Turn left onto Pine Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
A short stop after about 31.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.7 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 28 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto PA 413 / New Rodgers Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Bartram Avenue, Essington Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.22 one way
$10.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.95 | $13.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Bristol on Tuesday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Colwyn on Tuesday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
47°F
Cheltenham, PA
16 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Since your highway share for this trip is 0%, you will spend the entire 31.5 miles navigating surface streets rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. The route relies on a sequence of local roads, meaning you will experience frequent turns rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. You should expect a consistent driving rhythm that requires your full attention as you transition between the various roads. It is a straightforward, functional drive that favors local connectivity over high-speed transit.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and State Road. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Washington Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (PA 413 / New Rodgers Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 31.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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