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Trip from Bristol, PA to Rutherford, 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 20m

Distance

119.2 mi

192 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 10m ★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Bristol, PA

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Downtown Rutherford, PA, PA

Rutherford, PA

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Trip Overview

This 119.2-mile drive from Bristol, PA to Rutherford, PA can be completed in about 2 hours and 20 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate the Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-283, and US 322, with 97% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $20, and with no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to plan your own breaks. This route is a straightforward, highway-focused experience within the Northeast region, ideal for a quick transit.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

59.6 miles from Bristol, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 110.6 mi 2h
I 283 2.8 mi 4m
US 322 1.8 mi 2m
Bristol Pike 0.7 mi 1m
Jefferson Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Derry Street 0.6 mi 1m
North 69th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Mushroom Hill Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 110.6 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Rutherford, 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

109 mi · 1 hr 57 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Exit 40 Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 1 min
Exit 247 Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey Use the slight right lane.
12

Continue on I 283

2.5 mi · 3 min · I 283
13

Keep slight right at fork onto I 283

0.2 mi · 30 sec · I 283
Exit 3B-C Toward I 83 North, US 322
14

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 3C Toward US 322 East: Hershey Use the slight right lane.
15

Merge onto US 322

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 322
16

Turn left onto Mushroom Hill Road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Mushroom Hill Road
17

At end of road, turn left onto Grayson Road

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Grayson Road
18

Turn right onto South 63rd Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · South 63rd Street
19

Turn right onto Derry Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Derry Street
20

Turn left onto North 69th Street

0.2 mi · 53 sec · North 69th Street
21

Turn right onto Somerset Street

173 ft · 13 sec · Somerset Street
22

Turn left onto Rudy Alley

364 ft · 26 sec · Rudy Alley
23

Arrive at destination

Rudy Alley

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 2-hour and 20-minute duration and 119.2-mile distance, this trip is best undertaken as a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. With only about $20 in estimated fuel costs, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. The longest stretch of highway is over 110 miles, so plan for a comfortable break before or after this segment. As you'll be spending most of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, be aware of potential toll costs beyond the fuel estimate.

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 59.6 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.6 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 26 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 59.6 miles or 1h 9m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rutherford, 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 119.2 miles and 2h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Bristol, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 110.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

county town of Warwickshire, England

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Warwick, PA

60 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

Norristown, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warwick, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.6 miles from Bristol, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burlington, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16095262746

Visit website

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Burlington, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16095262746

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 42.6

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Hong Kong Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.6

West Chester, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16106962597

Visit website

Cafe Light

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 8.5

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12154379790

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 34.1

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+16105954359

Visit website

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 34.1

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+16106248058

Visit website

Heuser Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 34.1

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16102651071

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 25.5

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Harold F. Pitcairn Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 17

Horsham, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+12156722277

Visit website

Indian Echo Caverns

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 119.2

Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17175668131

Visit website

Arnold's Family Fun Center

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 34.1

Oaks, Pennsylvania

Hours: 3–9 pm

+16106660600

Visit website

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 42.6

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 115.8 — 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
112.8 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in

Take the exit toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey

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 247 Toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
9
115.8 mi into trip | ~2h 12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 322 East: Hershey

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 3C Toward US 322 East: Hershey

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.76 one way

$39.52 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $21.64 $43.29
premium $4.93 $23.12 $46.23
diesel $5.61 $26.32 $52.64

Estimated Tolls: $14.39

Pennsylvania Turnpike (110.6 mi) $14.39

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

$20

Tolls

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.8 0 $12.52 $5.72
Efficient EV 29.8 0 $10.43 $4.77
EV Truck/SUV 47.7 0 $16.69 $7.63

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Bristol, PA

Late night in Bristol on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Rutherford, PA

Late night in Rutherford on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

18 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 20m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Valley Forge National Historical Park

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...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 37
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
View on nps.gov
Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...

13 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 94.5
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour $1 near mile 24.7
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour Free near mile 24.7
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

16 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 45.2
View on nps.gov
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, an...

20 mi from route ~50 min detour Free near mile 115.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 97% of this 119.2-mile trip on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch will be about 110.6 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. As you transition from the Turnpike to I-283 and US 322, the road character remains largely that of a major artery, facilitating efficient travel. This drive is designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 110.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 283. 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 9/10

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 20 significant decision points across 119.2 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.

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 Rutherford, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Hershey along the way.

Hershey

112.8 mi in | ~2h 7m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 119.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 110.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $14.39 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 Rutherford, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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, Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Independence National Historical Park (6 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 Rutherford, 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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