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Trip from Dunkard, PA to Bristol, PA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 18m

Distance

323 mi

520 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
6h 6m ★
6 AM
6h 18m
8 AM
6h 43m
10 AM
6h 27m
12 PM
6h 25m
3 PM
6h 28m
5 PM
6h 42m
8 PM
6h 11m

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

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Downtown Dunkard, PA, PA

Dunkard, PA

Haneul Trac

borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Bristol, PA

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 322.9-mile journey from Dunkard, PA, to Bristol, PA, a drive that will take approximately 5 hours and 23 minutes. This route is best tackled in a single day, especially given its manageable duration. With a projected fuel cost of around $53, it's an economical option for a day trip. The drive primarily follows local roads, indicated by a 0% highway share, making it a more engaged driving experience. You'll navigate through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania for the entirety of this trip. Plan for at least one stop to break up the drive and refuel.

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

161.5 miles from Dunkard, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 267.6 mi 4h 53m
US 119 15 mi 18m
Mon/Fayette Expressway 8 mi 10m
Pleasant Valley Road 7.9 mi 13m
PA 31 6 mi 9m
Morgantown Road 5.6 mi 8m
South Eighty Eight Road 2.6 mi 3m
Holbert Stretch 1.6 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 267.6 mi, about 4h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dunkard, PA and Bristol, PA.

1

Start on Shelby Lane

115 ft · 7 sec · Shelby Lane
2

Turn right onto Taylortown Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Taylortown Road
3

Continue on Taylortown Road

1.0 mi · 3 min · Taylortown Road
4

At end of road, turn left onto Bobtown Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bobtown Road
5

Turn right onto Holbert Stretch

1.6 mi · 2 min · Holbert Stretch
6

Continue on PA 88

2.6 mi · 3 min · South Eighty Eight Road
7

Continue on PA 88

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Power Plant Road
8

At end of road, turn left onto South Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
9

Continue on US 119

2.5 mi · 3 min · US 119
10

Keep slight left at fork onto US 119

4.1 mi · 6 min · Morgantown Road
11

Continue on US 119

0.9 mi · 1 min · Morgantown Street
12

Continue on US 119

1.5 mi · 2 min · Morgantown Road
13

Turn right onto Big Six Road

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Big Six Road
14

Turn left

0.2 mi · 30 sec
15

Continue on PA 43

1.6 mi · 1 min · Mon-Fayette Expressway
16

Continue on PA 43

8.0 mi · 10 min · Mon/Fayette Expressway
17

Continue on US 119

12 mi · 14 min · US 119
18

Take the exit

244 ft · 6 sec
19

Turn straight onto PA 982

7.9 mi · 13 min · Pleasant Valley Road
20

Turn right onto PA 31

6.0 mi · 9 min · PA 31
21

Turn slight left

0.2 mi · 33 sec
22

Turn left

28 ft · 3 sec
23

Take the ramp

493 ft · 12 sec
Toward PATP, I 70, I 76
24

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 35 sec
25

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

267 mi · 4 hr 52 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Exit 42 Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
27

Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike

360 ft · 8 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike
28

Keep slight right at fork

357 ft · 8 sec
Toward US 13 South: Bristol Use the right lane.
29

Merge onto US 13

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bristol Pike
Use the left lane.
30

Turn slight left onto Beaver Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Beaver Street
Use the left lane.
31

Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue
32

Turn right onto Pond Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Pond Street
33

Turn left

91 ft · 12 sec
34

Arrive at destination

1 ft

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 23-minute estimated duration, starting your trip from Dunkard, PA, in the morning is advisable to reach Bristol, PA, with ample daylight. You'll want to plan for at least one stop to refuel and perhaps stretch your legs, as the longest uninterrupted stretch isn't significant. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially since this is a local road drive with 0% highway share. The fuel cost is estimated at $53, so factor that into your budget before you depart. Be prepared for frequent turns and a more involved driving experience throughout the 322.9 miles.

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 161.5 miles from Dunkard, PA, or about 3h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 267.6 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 71 miles or 1h 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 161.5 miles or 3h 18m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 11m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristol, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dunkard, 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 Dunkard, PA

This is one driving day of about 323 miles and 6h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Dunkard, 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 for about 267.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Hancock, MD, MD

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hancock, MD

162 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

Johnstown, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 161.5 miles from Dunkard, 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 267.6 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · first break window

Nino's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Near the start, right off the route

First break · 54min in 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: Closed

+17245472900

Visit website

Bob Evans

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

0.6 mi

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Exton, Pennsylvania

1.2 mi

Nino's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+17245472900

Visit website

Bob Evans

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17244399560

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+14125140404

Visit website

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

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

Burlington, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16095262746

Visit website

Lin's Asian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+17244388888

Visit website

The Village

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Hours: 4–8:30 pm

+17245473529

Visit website

Hong Kong Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

West Chester, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16106962597

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+17244250261

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

First break 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

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 0 and 321.5 — 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 | Taylortown Road

Turn right onto Taylortown Road

Navigation decision point

5
52.6 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Take the ramp toward PATP, I 70, I 76

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward PATP, I 70, I 76
5
52.7 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

6
320.5 mi into trip | ~6h 12m in

Take the exit toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 42 Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
8
321.5 mi into trip | ~6h 14m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 13 South: Bristol

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward US 13 South: Bristol

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$53.55 one way

$107.10 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 113 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $58.65 $117.30
premium $4.93 $62.64 $125.28
diesel $5.61 $71.31 $142.63

Estimated Tolls: $34.78

Pennsylvania Turnpike (267.6 mi) $34.78

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

$54

Tolls

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$113–$138

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 113 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 96.9 1 $33.91 $15.50
Efficient EV 80.8 0 $28.26 $12.92
EV Truck/SUV 129.2 1 $45.22 $20.67

Gas CO2

113 kg

EV CO2

38 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 Apr 19, 2026

Origin

Dunkard, PA

Morning in Dunkard on Tuesday

Local time

6:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bristol, PA

Morning in Bristol on Tuesday

Local time

6:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

67°F

Hancock, MD

162 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

12 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

6h 18m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be actively steering and navigating through various local roads like Taylortown Road and Bobtown Road for the majority of the 322.9 miles. With a 0% highway share, expect a constant engagement with the road, unlike a typical interstate cruise. There's no single 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving to note, suggesting frequent intersections and changes in direction. The profile of this route is characterized by its continuous local road nature, so be prepared for a more immersive driving experience without long, high-speed highway segments.

92% 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: 267.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 119. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Taylortown Road.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 323 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 (Taylortown Road): Navigation decision point; at 52.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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 Dunkard, PA to Bristol, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

Patp

52.6 mi in | ~1h 18m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 18m. Total distance: 323 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 18m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 267.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $34.78 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Bristol, 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 (Taylortown Road): Navigation decision point; at 52.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bristol, PA before the return drive.

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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