Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
29.6 mi
48 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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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Drexel Hill, PA
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Bristol, PA to Drexel Hill, PA is 29.6 miles and takes about 55m via Delaware Expressway and State Road, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a single-day trip entirely within Pennsylvania's Northeast region. The drive primarily utilizes major roadways, offering a straightforward connection between these two points. Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from highway to more local roads near your destination. It's a relatively short distance, making it ideal for a quick journey without needing an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 13.7 mi | 18m |
| State Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Spruce Street | 3 mi | 8m |
| Vine Street Expressway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Marshall Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Marshall Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Schuylkill Expressway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Street Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Drexel Hill, 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
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on Vine Street Expressway
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 76
Take the exit
Turn right onto South Street
Continue on Spruce Street
Continue on Marshall Road
Keep slight right at fork onto East Marshall Road
Turn right onto North Lansdowne Avenue
Turn left onto Garrett Road
Turn right
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 23.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto PA 413 / New Rodgers Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 676, US 30: Central Philadelphia, Independence Hall, Callowhill Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 676 West, US 30 West: Central Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward South Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$4.91 one way
$9.81 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.37 | $10.75 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.54 | $13.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Night in Bristol on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Night in Drexel Hill on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
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.
This route features a 55% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster-paced roads like the Delaware Expressway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 13.7 miles on the Delaware Expressway, providing a period of uninterrupted travel. As you move closer to Drexel Hill, the drive transitions from the expressway onto State Road and Spruce Street, introducing more local traffic and potentially traffic signals. The profile is described as a 'mixed drive,' so be prepared for a blend of efficient highway cruising and more deliberate navigation through town.
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 1.6 miles in near PA 413 / New Rodgers Road.
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 21 decision points packed into just 29.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (PA 413 / New Rodgers Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bristol, PA to Drexel Hill, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Independence Hall along the way.
Independence Hall
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 29.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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