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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

3h 8m

Distance

161.5 mi

260 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 57m ★
6 AM
3h 8m
8 AM
3h 31m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 14m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 30m
8 PM
3h 1m

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

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Downtown Harford, PA, PA

Harford, PA

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borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Bristol, PA

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Trip Overview

This 161.5-mile drive from Harford, PA, to Bristol, PA, is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 3 hours and 8 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and the main Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a brief segment on I-81, this route is almost entirely highway, making it a solid choice for a single-day trip. With a projected fuel cost of around $27, it's an economical journey. The drive is focused and direct, perfect if you want to get from point A to point B without many detours. Since both locations are within the Northeast region of Pennsylvania, you'll stay within familiar territory for this straightforward trip.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

80.8 miles from Harford, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 110.8 mi 2h 4m
Pennsylvania Turnpike 23.6 mi 26m
I 81 22.8 mi 26m
State Route 547 1 mi 1m
Bristol Pike 0.6 mi 1m
Jefferson Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Beaver Street 0.2 mi <1m
Pond Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 110.8 mi, about 2h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Tingley Lake Road

196 ft · 12 sec · Tingley Lake Road
2

Turn sharp left onto PA 547; PA 2063

511 ft · 12 sec · State Route 547
3

Continue on PA 547

0.9 mi · 1 min · State Route 547
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec
5

Merge onto I 81

23 mi · 26 min · I 81
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward US 6 West, US 11, PATP South, I 476 South: Clarks Summit Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight right at fork

515 ft · 12 sec
Toward PATP, I 476: Allentown
8

Continue on I 476; PATP

111 mi · 2 hr 4 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey Use the right lane.
10

Merge onto I 276; PATP

24 mi · 26 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Exit 42 Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
12

Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike

360 ft · 8 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike
13

Keep slight right at fork

357 ft · 8 sec
Toward US 13 South: Bristol Use the right lane.
14

Merge onto US 13

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bristol Pike
Use the left lane.
15

Turn slight left onto Beaver Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Beaver Street
Use the left lane.
16

Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue
17

Turn right onto Pond Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Pond Street
18

Turn left

91 ft · 12 sec
19

Arrive at destination

1 ft

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 3-hour and 8-minute duration, this trip is easily accomplished in one day. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of daylight and potentially avoid peak commuter traffic, especially as you approach the Philadelphia area. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $27, you can plan your stops strategically. Consider a refueling and stretch break around the halfway point, perhaps near the end of that 110.8-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, to ensure you're comfortable for the remainder of the drive to Bristol.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.8 miles from Harford, PA, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.8 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 36 miles or 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 80.8 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 31m

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 Harford, 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 Harford, PA

This is one driving day of about 161.5 miles and 3h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Harford, 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 110.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough of Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Weatherly, PA

81 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

Scranton, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palmerton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.8 miles from Harford, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.8 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 · home stretch

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burlington, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 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 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

Cafe Light

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12154379790

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Moosic, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

+18668167584

Visit website

IONNA Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Fischer's Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Harleysville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8:30 pm

+12153687602

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

Northampton Township Municipal Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Churchville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12153576800

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Amazing Escape Room Montgomeryville

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–11 pm

+12672228186

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 160 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547

Turn sharp left onto PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

7
24 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the exit toward US 6 West, US 11, PATP South, I 476 South: Clarks Summit

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 6 West, US 11, PATP South, I 476 Sout...
7
24.2 mi into trip | ~29m in

Keep slight right at fork toward PATP, I 476: Allentown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward PATP, I 476: Allentown
6
135.1 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in

Take the exit toward I 276 East: New Jersey

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
8
160 mi into trip | ~3h 4m 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

$26.77 one way

$53.55 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $29.32 $58.65
premium $4.93 $31.32 $62.64
diesel $5.61 $35.66 $71.31

Estimated Tolls: $17.47

Pennsylvania Turnpike (134.4 mi) $17.47

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

$27

Tolls

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.4 0 $16.96 $7.75
Efficient EV 40.4 0 $14.13 $6.46
EV Truck/SUV 64.6 0 $22.61 $10.34

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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 14, 2026

Origin

Harford, PA

Late night in Harford on Tuesday

Local time

4:09 AM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bristol, PA

Late night in Bristol on Tuesday

Local time

4:09 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 0 to 15 mph 8% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 4:55PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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

45 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

3h 8m 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.

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 133.7
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
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 ~32 min detour $1 near mile 139.2
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 139.2
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...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 133.7
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 highway-focused experience for 98% of this 161.5-mile journey. The personality of this drive is predominantly that of a high-speed interstate, designed for covering ground quickly. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 110.8 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, meaning extended periods of consistent driving. While the profile is highway-centric, the transition between the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, the main Pennsylvania Turnpike, and I-81 offers slight variations in road layout and traffic flow, though the overall pace remains brisk.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 110.8 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

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 early in the drive near PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 161.5 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 (PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Harford, PA and Bristol, PA, road signs point toward Patp South and Patp.

Patp South

24 mi in | ~29m

Patp

24.2 mi in | ~29m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 8m. Total distance: 161.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 110.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $17.47 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 (PA 547; PA 2063 / State Route 547): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 24 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Bristol, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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