Origin
Bristol, PA
Morning in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
10:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bristol, PA to Pocono Ranch Lands, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
93.8 mi
151 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
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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Pocono Ranch Lands, PA
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Trip Overview
Bristol, PA to Pocono Ranch Lands, PA is 93.8 miles and takes about 2h 36m via NJ 31 and US 46, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region, beginning and ending in Pennsylvania. Expect a route that leans heavily on highway driving for much of the journey. It's a straightforward trip, ideal for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed, offering a practical way to reach your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.9 miles from Bristol, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 31 | 42.9 mi | 1h 4m |
| US 46 | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| Milford Road | 9.7 mi | 19m |
| Pennington Road | 4.9 mi | 9m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| US 13 | 4 mi | 5m |
| Seven Bridge Road | 3 mi | 6m |
| Radcliffe Street | 3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 31
— 42.9 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Pocono Ranch Lands, PA.
1
Start on this road
158 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Washington Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Radcliffe Street
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Radcliffe Street
4
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn slight left onto Fallsington Avenue
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Fallsington Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Turn right onto US 13
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
US 13
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on Pine Grove Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Grove Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto West Trenton Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Trenton Avenue
9
Continue on Calhoun Street Bridge
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Calhoun Street Bridge
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto NJ 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennington Avenue
11
Continue on NJ 31
4.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Pennington Road
12
Enter roundabout onto NJ 31
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
NJ 31
13
Continue on NJ 31
10.0 mi
·
15 min
·
NJ 31
14
Take the exit onto NJ 31
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 31
Toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 31
427 ft
·
5 sec
·
NJ 31
16
Enter roundabout onto NJ 31
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
NJ 31
17
Continue on NJ 31
27 mi
·
39 min
·
NJ 31
Use the straight lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 46
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
US 46
19
Take the exit
241 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap, Stroudsburg Pennsylvania
20
Continue on ramp to I-80 Westbound (to Delaware Water Gap)
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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ramp to I-80 Westbound (to Delaware Water Gap)
21
Merge onto I 80
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 309
Toward US 209 North, PA 447 North: Marshalls Creek
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on US 209
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Seven Bridge Road
25
Enter roundabout onto US 209
98 ft
·
3 sec
·
Marshalls Creek Bypass
26
Continue on US 209
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Marshalls Creek Bypass
27
Continue on US 209
7.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Milford Road
28
Continue on US 209
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Federal Road
29
Turn left onto Brodhead Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Brodhead Road
30
Turn right onto Milford Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Milford Road
31
Turn left onto Minks Pond Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Minks Pond Road
32
Turn right onto Jerry Marcus Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Jerry Marcus Boulevard
33
At end of road, turn right onto Whippoorwill Drive
27 ft
·
1 sec
·
Whippoorwill Drive
34
Arrive at destination
Whippoorwill Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 36m duration, leaving Bristol, PA in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight. With only one stop suggested, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $16; plan to refuel before you leave if your tank is low. The longest stretch without a break is nearly 43 miles on NJ 31, so ensure you're comfortable with that distance before setting out.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 46.9 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 21 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.9 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pocono Ranch Lands, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bristol, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bristol, PA
This is one driving day of about 93.8 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Bristol, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on NJ 31 for about 42.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.9 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 225 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 93.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
7
27 mi into trip
|
~46m in
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NJ 31
Take the exit onto NJ 31 toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 31 North, US 202 North: Flemington
6
74.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
76.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward US 209 North, PA 447 North: Marshalls Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 309
Toward US 209 North, PA 447 North: Marshalls Cr...
6
93.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
|
Whippoorwill Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Whippoorwill Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.55 one way
$31.10 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $17.03 | $34.06 |
| premium | $4.93 | $18.19 | $36.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.71 | $41.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.85 | $4.50 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.21 | $3.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.13 | $6.00 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% 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
Pocono Ranch Lands, PA
Morning in Pocono Ranch Lands on Sunday
Local time
10:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Chester, NJ
47 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
11 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
2h 36m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 61% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 42.9 miles on NJ 31, which forms the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. As you progress, the route transitions through various road types, but the highway character remains prominent. This means you'll likely encounter consistent speeds and fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops along the main thoroughfares.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.9 mi on NJ 31.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 31 and US 46. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Washington Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 93.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 27 miles (NJ 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74.6 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Bristol, PA to Pocono Ranch Lands, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Stroudsburg Pennsylvania along the way.
Stroudsburg Pennsylvania
69.5 mi in
|
~1h 50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 93.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.9 miles on NJ 31. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Pocono Ranch Lands, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 27 miles (NJ 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74.6 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pocono Ranch Lands, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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