Bristol, PA to Roulette, PA is 287.6 miles and takes about 6h 10m via the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Keystone Shortway, and Grand Army of the Republic Highway, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Pennsylvania, beginning in the Northeast region and ending in the same state. It's a solid option for a single day, offering a mixed driving experience that balances highway speeds with more local road segments. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward journey across the state without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
143.8 miles from Bristol, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 44m into the drive
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Exit 95Toward PA 940, I 80: Hazleton, Mount Pocono
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 80 West: Hazleton
17
Merge onto I 80
66 mi·1 hr 12 min·Keystone Shortway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 210A-BToward US 15: Lewisburg, WilliamsportUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·40 sec
Exit 210BToward US 15 North: Williamsport
20
Merge onto US 15
2.6 mi·3 min·Westbranch Highway
21
Continue on US 15
12 mi·16 min·US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 15
1.1 mi·1 min·Montgomery Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 15
0.6 mi·1 min·Hastings Street
24
Continue on US 15
0.4 mi·58 sec·Market Street
Use the left lane.
25
Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 15
Use the left lane.
26
Merge onto I 180; US 15; US 220
1.6 mi·2 min·Susquehanna Beltway
27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
27 mi·31 min·US 15
Exit 29Toward US 15 North: MansfieldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 162Toward PA 414: Morris, LibertyUse the slight right lane.
29
Turn left onto PA 414
3.0 mi·5 min·Route 414
30
Keep slight right at fork onto PA 414
6.8 mi·11 min·Route 414
31
Continue on PA 287
11 mi·18 min·Route 287
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Continue on PA 287
1.2 mi·2 min·Central Avenue
33
Turn left onto PA 660
0.3 mi·41 sec·Main Street
34
Continue on PA 660
0.9 mi·1 min·West Avenue
35
Continue on PA 660
1.7 mi·2 min·Route 660
36
Continue on PA 362
5.3 mi·9 min·Pinecreek Road
37
Turn left onto US 6
11 mi·16 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
38
Continue on US 6
1.7 mi·4 min·East Main Street
39
Continue on US 6
17 mi·23 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
40
Continue on US 6; PA 44
4.1 mi·7 min·East Second Street
41
Turn left onto US 6
0.1 mi·24 sec·North Main Street
42
Turn right onto Water Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Water Street
43
Continue on Eulalia Street
0.2 mi·45 sec·Eulalia Street
44
Continue on US 6
0.1 mi·23 sec·Eulalia Street
45
Continue on US 6
0.5 mi·59 sec·Port Allegany Road
46
Continue on US 6
7.5 mi·11 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
47
Turn left onto Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
48
Turn left onto River Street
56 ft·1 sec·River Street
49
Arrive at destination
River Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 10m estimated drive time, departing Bristol, PA in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey, but be mindful of the longest stretch of 74.2 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, where services might be less frequent. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer highway segments. For this approximately $48 fuel cost, it's wise to top off before you begin or at a convenient point early in the drive to ensure a smooth trip to Roulette.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 143.8 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 63 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.8 miles or 2h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roulette, 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 287.6 miles and 6h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 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 Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 74.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 30
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 186.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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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
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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
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167.8 mi into trip|~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
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 210A-B
Toward US 15: Lewisburg, Williamsport
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186.8 mi into trip|~3h 39m in|US 15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15 toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 29
Toward US 15 North: Mansfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.86 one way
$101.72 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg101 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$55.71
$111.42
premium
$5.24
$59.38
$118.75
diesel
$5.35
$60.58
$121.15
Estimated Tolls: $12.77
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(98.2 mi)$12.77
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
86.3
1
$30.20
$13.80
Efficient EV
71.9
0
$25.17
$11.50
EV Truck/SUV
115
1
$40.26
$18.41
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of May 10, 2026
Origin
Bristol, PA
Late night
in Bristol on Thursday
Local time
4:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph32% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued May 10 at 1:20PM EDT until May 12 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued May 10 at 1:20PM EDT until May 12 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Destination
Roulette, PA
Late night
in Roulette on Thursday
Local time
4:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Lewisburg, PA
144 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
1 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
6h 10m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 29.8
Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run
Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 19.8
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 29.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive, with 55% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, the Keystone Shortway, and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway, providing a variety of road types. The longest continuous stretch you'll navigate is 74.2 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, allowing for a solid period of consistent travel. As you progress, expect the road character to shift, transitioning between faster-paced highway sections and potentially more varied local road conditions.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.2 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 1.7 miles in near Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 287.6 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: 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.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
1,784 ft23 ft
Total Climb
3,030 ft
Total Descent
1,522 ft
Highest Point
1,784 ft
~267.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,761 ft
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 Roulette, PA, road signs point toward Allentown, Mount Pocono, Williamsport and Liberty.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 10m. Total distance: 287.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.2 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $12.77 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.
Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Roulette, 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. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Roulette, PA before the return drive.
