Bristol, PA to Tannersville, PA is 93.9 miles and takes about 2h 17m via PA-33 and I-78, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within Pennsylvania, offering a straightforward drive. It's a relatively short journey, perfect for a single day trip or as a prelude to exploring Tannersville. The main roads involved provide a mix of highway speeds and more direct routes, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.9 miles from Bristol, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
PA-33
24 mi
29m
Pennsylvania Turnpike
15 mi
18m
I 78
10.2 mi
11m
North West End Boulevard
8.7 mi
14m
Sellersville Bypass
8.2 mi
11m
Horsham Road
7.6 mi
13m
Bethlehem Pike
4.8 mi
8m
Route 611
3.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
PA-33
— 24 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Tannersville, PA.
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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 YorkUse the left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 South: Philadelphia, HarrisburgUse 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
13 mi·15 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Exit 40Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 343Toward PA 611: Willow Grove, Doylestown, JenkintownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
313 ft·7 sec
Toward PA 611 North: Doylestown, HorshamUse the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·15 sec
Toward PA 611 North: Doylestown, Horsham, Biddle Air National Guard BaseUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto PA 611
1.0 mi·1 min·Easton Road
15
Turn slight left onto PA 463
7.6 mi·13 min·Horsham Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn slight right onto PA 309
4.8 mi·8 min·Bethlehem Pike
Use the straight / left / slight right / right lanes.
17
Continue on PA 309
8.2 mi·11 min·Sellersville Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on PA 309
2.9 mi·5 min·South West End Boulevard
19
Continue on PA 309
8.7 mi·14 min·North West End Boulevard
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 78 East: Bethlehem
21
Merge onto I 78
10 mi·11 min·I 78
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 71Toward PA 33 North: StroudsburgUse the slight right lane.
23
Continue on PA 33
0.4 mi·25 sec·Gene Hartzell Memorial Bridge
24
Continue on PA 33
24 mi·29 min·PA-33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto PA 33
3.3 mi·4 min·PA 33
Toward PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
26
Turn left onto PA 611
0.1 mi·10 sec·North 9th Street
Use the left lane.
27
Continue on PA 611
3.4 mi·6 min·Route 611
28
Turn right onto Pigeon Way
76 ft·4 sec·Pigeon Way
29
Continue on Pigeon Way
0.1 mi·37 sec·Pigeon Way
30
Turn sharp left onto Learn Road
0.1 mi·25 sec·Learn Road
31
Keep slight left at fork onto Learn Road
312 ft·13 sec·Learn Road
32
Arrive at destination
Learn Road
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over two hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel, especially as the estimated cost is around $16. While there are no specific stops mentioned, it's always wise to plan for a brief break, perhaps around the halfway point or when you transition onto I-78. The longest stretch on PA-33 is substantial enough that you'll want to ensure you're comfortable before embarking on it.
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 46.9 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.9 miles or 1h 13m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tannersville, 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 93.9 miles and 2h 17m.
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.
The longest stretch is on PA-33 for about 24 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 17.6 — 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
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
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17.1 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward PA 611: Willow Grove, Doylestown, Jenkintown
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 343
Toward PA 611: Willow Grove, Doylestown, Jenkin...
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17.6 mi into trip|~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 611 North: Doylestown, Horsham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward PA 611 North: Doylestown, Horsham
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17.6 mi into trip|~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward PA 611 North: Doylestown, Horsham, Biddle Air National Guard Base
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward PA 611 North: Doylestown, Horsham, Biddl...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.57 one way
$31.13 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$17.05
$34.10
premium
$4.93
$18.21
$36.42
diesel
$5.61
$20.73
$41.46
Estimated Tolls: $1.95
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(15 mi)$1.95
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
$16
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.9 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
28.2
0
$9.86
$4.51
Efficient EV
23.5
0
$8.22
$3.76
EV Truck/SUV
37.6
0
$13.15
$6.01
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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Bristol, PA
Morning
in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 15 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA
Destination
Tannersville, PA
Morning
in Tannersville on Sunday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
27 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 17m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
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...
15 mi from route
~39 min detour
Free
near mile 16.2
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...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 25.9
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
$10
near mile 90.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a mixed profile, with about 60% of the journey on highways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-78. You'll experience stretches of faster travel, punctuated by sections on PA-33, which offers a more direct, though still efficient, path. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is approximately 24 miles on PA-33. Expect the road to transition between these different types of thoroughfares as you progress, providing a varied driving experience without significant slowdowns.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24 mi on PA-33.
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 23 significant decision points across 93.9 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 17.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Bristol, PA and Tannersville, PA, road signs point toward Doylestown, Jenkintown, Horsham, Biddle Air National Guard Base and Hazleton.
Doylestown
17.1 mi in|~24m
Jenkintown
17.1 mi in|~24m
Horsham
17.6 mi in|~25m
Biddle Air National Guard Base
17.6 mi in|~25m
Hazleton
86.8 mi in|~2h 4m|via PA 33
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 93.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24 miles on PA-33. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.95 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 Tannersville, 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 17.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Independence National Historical Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial and Valley Forge National Historical Park (4 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 Tannersville, PA before heading back.
