Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
88.3 mi
142 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
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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West Hamburg, PA
Frank Rietsch
This 88.3-mile journey from Bristol, PA to West Hamburg, PA is a straightforward, one-day road trip taking approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, this route is largely highway-focused, making it an efficient drive. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. Given its manageable length and duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The drive remains within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, offering a consistent driving experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.1 miles from Bristol, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 36.7 mi | 39m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 24 mi | 28m |
| William Penn Highway | 20.9 mi | 25m |
| Lehigh Valley Thruway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Bristol Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North 4th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and West Hamburg, PA.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Washington Street
Turn left onto Wood Street
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Beaver Street
Turn slight right onto US 13
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 276; PATP
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 476; PATP
Take the exit
Merge onto US 22
Merge onto I 78; US 22
Take the exit
Turn left onto North 4th Street
Turn right onto State Street
Continue on Hex Highway
Arrive at destination
For this relatively short 88.3-mile drive, flexibility is key. You can easily depart Bristol, PA at your convenience, aiming to avoid peak traffic if possible. Since the total duration is under two hours, you likely won't need to plan for extensive stops, though a quick break is always an option. Keep an eye on your fuel levels; the estimated cost is $15, which is quite reasonable for this distance. A practical tip for this route: be aware of potential toll charges on the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Northeast Extension, as these are common on these highways and can impact your overall travel time and budget if not accounted for.
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.
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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 54m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Hamburg, PA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bristol, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bristol, PA
This is one driving day of about 88.3 miles and 1h 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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.
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 44.1 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 63.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike toward I 95: Philadelphia, New York
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
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
Take the exit toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 78, US 22, PA 309: Allentown, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$14.64 one way
$29.28 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.03 | $32.07 |
| premium | $4.93 | $17.12 | $34.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.50 | $38.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.97
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
$15
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.36 | $5.65 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in West Hamburg on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 69% of the route on major roadways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 36.7 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, offering a good opportunity to maintain a steady pace. While predominantly highway, the inclusion of the William Penn Highway suggests potential shifts in the road's character, perhaps offering brief glimpses of different scenery or driving conditions as you transition. This drive offers a mix of efficient highway travel and potentially some more local road sections.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike. 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.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.3 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bristol, PA and West Hamburg, PA, road signs point toward Allentown and Harrisburg.
Allentown
Harrisburg
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 88.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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