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Trip from Juniata, PA to Bristol, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 46m

Distance

294.3 mi

474 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 33m ★
6 AM
5h 46m
8 AM
6h 12m
10 AM
5h 55m
12 PM
5h 53m
3 PM
5h 57m
5 PM
6h 11m
8 PM
5h 38m

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

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Downtown Juniata, PA, PA

Juniata, PA

Irgi Nur Fadil

borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Bristol, PA

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Trip Overview

This 294.3-mile journey from Juniata, PA, to Bristol, PA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 46 minutes. Primarily following the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a significant portion, this route offers a straightforward drive through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. With a fuel cost estimated at $49, it's an economical option for a direct trip. The drive is focused on efficient travel, making it ideal for those who want to reach their destination without extensive detours. Consider this a practical choice for a day trip, allowing you to cover considerable distance with relative ease.

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

147.2 miles from Juniata, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike 267.6 mi 4h 53m
Pleasant Valley Road 7.9 mi 13m
PA 31 6 mi 9m
West Crawford Avenue 4 mi 9m
US 119 3.6 mi 4m
Juniata Road 1.2 mi 4m
Little Summit Road 0.9 mi 3m
Bristol Pike 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 267.6 mi, about 4h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Juniata Street

70 ft · 8 sec · Juniata Street
2

Turn left onto Main Street

258 ft · 13 sec · Main Street
3

Turn left onto Juniata Road

1.2 mi · 4 min · Juniata Road
4

Turn left onto Little Summit Road

0.9 mi · 3 min · Little Summit Road
5

Turn left onto West Crawford Avenue

4.0 mi · 9 min · West Crawford Avenue
6

Turn left onto US 119; PA 711 Truck

3.6 mi · 4 min · US 119; PA 711 Truck
7

Take the exit

244 ft · 6 sec
8

Turn straight onto PA 982

7.9 mi · 13 min · Pleasant Valley Road
9

Turn right onto PA 31

6.0 mi · 9 min · PA 31
10

Turn slight left

0.2 mi · 33 sec
11

Turn left

28 ft · 3 sec
12

Take the ramp

493 ft · 12 sec
Toward PATP, I 70, I 76
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 35 sec
14

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

267 mi · 4 hr 52 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Exit 42 Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
16

Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike

360 ft · 8 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike
17

Keep slight right at fork

357 ft · 8 sec
Toward US 13 South: Bristol Use the right lane.
18

Merge onto US 13

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bristol Pike
Use the left lane.
19

Turn slight left onto Beaver Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Beaver Street
Use the left lane.
20

Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue
21

Turn right onto Pond Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Pond Street
22

Turn left

91 ft · 12 sec
23

Arrive at destination

1 ft

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour 46-minute duration, starting early in the morning from Juniata, PA, will allow you to arrive in Bristol, PA, with ample daylight. You'll encounter one recommended stop, but the longest stretch of 267.6 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike means you can comfortably plan your breaks around this. Budget approximately $49 for fuel, and keep an eye on your tank, especially before embarking on that long highway segment. While the route is primarily highway, be aware of potential traffic as you approach the Philadelphia metropolitan area near 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 147.2 miles from Juniata, PA, or about 3h 1m 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 65 miles or 1h 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 147.2 miles or 3h 1m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 44m

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 Juniata, 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 Juniata, PA

This is one driving day of about 294.3 miles and 5h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Juniata, 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

147 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

Cumberland, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hilltown, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.2 miles from Juniata, 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.

Nearby Places

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

Top Restaurant

Spice Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 168.2

Hours: 2–11 pm

+17176913131

Visit website

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burlington, New Jersey

1.6 mi

Spice Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 168.2

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 2–11 pm

+17176913131

Visit website

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 294.3

Burlington, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16095262746

Visit website

Nino's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 21

Mt Pleasant, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+17245472900

Visit website

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 252.3

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 273.3

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Hong Kong Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 252.3

West Chester, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16106962597

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 42

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 42

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 42

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 42

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour

Uniontown, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 21

Jones Mills, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 21

Acme, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18778337829

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 273.3

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 273.3

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 252.3

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

Visit website

Indian Echo Caverns

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 189.2

Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17175668131

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 23.9 and 292.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
23.9 mi into trip | ~46m in

Take the ramp toward PATP, I 70, I 76

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward PATP, I 70, I 76
5
24 mi into trip | ~46m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
24.3 mi into trip | ~46m in | I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
291.8 mi into trip | ~5h 39m 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
292.8 mi into trip | ~5h 42m 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

$48.79 one way

$97.58 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $53.44 $106.87
premium $4.93 $57.08 $114.15
diesel $5.61 $64.98 $129.96

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

$49

Tolls

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$109–$134

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 103 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 88.3 1 $30.90 $14.13
Efficient EV 73.6 0 $25.75 $11.77
EV Truck/SUV 117.7 1 $41.20 $18.84

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (67% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Juniata, PA

Afternoon in Juniata on Sunday

Local time

12:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bristol, PA

Afternoon in Bristol on Sunday

Local time

12:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

93°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 5 to 15 mph 1% chance Live 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

54°F

Hancock, MD

147 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

15 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

5h 46m on the road

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

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.

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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 162.4
View on nps.gov
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...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 263.9
View on nps.gov
Flight 93 National Memorial

Flight 93 National Memorial

National Memorial

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their live...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free near mile 50.7
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 ~32 min detour Free near mile 203
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 274
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 ~34 min detour Free near mile 274
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 largely highway-focused experience, with 94% of the route utilizing major roadways. The Pennsylvania Turnpike dominates this drive, presenting a longest uninterrupted stretch of 267.6 miles. This means extended periods of consistent speed and minimal complex navigation. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, brief segments on Pleasant Valley Road and PA 31 offer slight variations before returning to the primary highway. This profile suggests a journey where maintaining momentum is key, with the bulk of your time spent on a well-traveled, high-capacity road.

94% 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: 267.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pleasant Valley Road. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 23.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 294.3 miles you will encounter 17 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 23.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 24.3 miles (I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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

Patp

23.9 mi in | ~46m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 46m. Total distance: 294.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

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: at 23.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 24.3 miles (I 70; I 76; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, Valley Forge National Historical Park and Flight 93 National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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