Kane to Bristol, PA is 319.8 miles and takes about 6h 20m via Keystone Shortway and Pennsylvania Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you across Pennsylvania, beginning in the Northeast region and ending in the same region, primarily on major highways. Expect a mix of highway cruising and some surface roads as you make your way across the state. With a single recommended day for this trip, it's a manageable drive for most, though you'll want to be mindful of the total time to ensure a comfortable pace.
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
159.9 miles from Kane, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
165.4 mi
3h
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.6 mi
1h 20m
Pennsylvania Turnpike
23.6 mi
26m
Million Dollar Highway
10.9 mi
16m
State Park Road
8.1 mi
14m
Bennetts Valley Highway
7.9 mi
12m
Buena Vista Highway
4.9 mi
8m
Johnsonburg Road
4.4 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 165.4 mi, about 3h
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 52 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,092 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,504
Quietest
2 AM
~185 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kane, PA and Bristol, PA.
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Start on US 6
91 ft·8 sec·North Fraley Street
2
Turn left onto Haines Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Haines Street
3
Turn right onto PA 321
0.3 mi·55 sec·Hacker Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; PA 321
105 ft·3 sec·Biddle Street
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Turn right onto PA 321
0.2 mi·24 sec·Westerberg Way
6
Continue on PA 321
0.2 mi·25 sec·Brick Yard Road
7
Continue on PA 321
1.4 mi·2 min·Brickyard Road
8
Continue on PA 321
1.5 mi·2 min·Kane-Wilcox Road
9
Continue on PA 321
0.8 mi·1 min·Brick Yard Road
10
Continue on PA 321
4.9 mi·8 min·Buena Vista Highway
11
Continue on US 219
4.2 mi·4 min·Wilcox Road
12
Continue on US 219
1.2 mi·1 min·Market Street
13
Continue on US 219
1.2 mi·1 min·Johnsonburg Bypass
14
Continue on US 219
0.2 mi·15 sec·East Center Street
15
Take the exit
122 ft·4 sec
16
Continue on Powers Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Powers Avenue
17
Continue on PA 255
2.3 mi·3 min·Johnsonburg-Saint Marys Road
18
Continue on PA 255
4.4 mi·6 min·Johnsonburg Road
19
Continue on PA 255
0.7 mi·1 min·Maurus Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto PA 255
502 ft·10 sec·North Michael Street
21
Continue on PA 255
0.2 mi·25 sec·North Saint Marys Street
22
Continue on PA 255
11 mi·16 min·Million Dollar Highway
23
Continue on PA 255
7.9 mi·12 min·Bennetts Valley Highway
24
Turn left onto PA 153
8.1 mi·14 min·State Park Road
25
Turn left
0.3 mi·40 sec
26
Merge onto I 80
165 mi·3 hr·Keystone Shortway
27
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
To make the most of this 6h 20m drive, consider an early morning departure from Kane to have ample daylight for the 319.8 miles to Bristol. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing; however, planning for a mid-drive break around the halfway point is wise. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 165.4-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, as services might be less frequent. The fuel cost is estimated at $57, so budget accordingly. Be aware that the route profile shifts from primarily highway to mixed highway and surface roads, so adjust your driving style as needed.
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 159.9 miles from Kane, PA, or about 3h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.4 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 70 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 159.9 miles or 3h 20m 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 13m
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 Kane, 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 Kane, PA
This is one driving day of about 319.8 miles and 6h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Kane, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 165.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 318.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.7 mi into trip|~2m in|US 6; PA 321 / Biddle Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; PA 321 / Biddle Street
Navigation decision point
6
218.6 mi into trip|~4h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 476 South: Allentown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 476 South: Allentown
6
293.4 mi into trip|~5h 46m 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
6
317.2 mi into trip|~6h 14m 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
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318.3 mi into trip|~6h 16m 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
$50.99 one way
$101.98 round trip
$4.05/gal25.4 MPG avg112 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$56.43
$112.86
premium
$4.81
$60.54
$121.07
diesel
$4.80
$60.38
$120.77
Estimated Tolls: $12.76
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(98.2 mi)$12.76
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
$51
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
95.9
1
$33.58
$15.35
Efficient EV
80
0
$27.98
$12.79
EV Truck/SUV
127.9
1
$44.77
$20.47
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Kane, PA
Evening
in Kane on Monday
Local time
7:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Smoke
NW 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Bristol, PA
Evening
in Bristol on Monday
Local time
7:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Areas Of Smoke
N 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
9 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 20m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 286.7
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 297.7
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 297.7
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...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 297.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 31% of this 319.8-mile trip is on highways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 165.4 miles on the Keystone Shortway, offering extended highway cruising. After that, the route transitions to a mix of highway and surface roads, indicated by the remaining percentage and the profile of mixed highway and surface. Be prepared for a shift in driving conditions as you move from consistent highway travel to more varied road types.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.4 mi on Keystone Shortway.
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 0.7 miles in near US 6; PA 321 / Biddle Street.
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 22 significant decision points across 319.8 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 0.7 miles (US 6; PA 321 / Biddle Street): Navigation decision point; at 218.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 293.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,033 ft23 ft
Total Climb
1,824 ft
Total Descent
3,833 ft
Highest Point
2,033 ft
Elevation Range
2,010 ft
Notable High Points
1,415 ft at ~137.1 miles+540 ft prominence
1,604 ft at ~228.4 miles+534 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kane, PA and Bristol, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Allentown.
Kane is a small town of 4,000 people in Northwest Pennsylvania adjacent to the Allegheny National Forest. This article also covers nearby Mount Jewett, which had a population of about 850 in 2020.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 20m. Total distance: 319.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 20m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 165.4 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $12.76 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.
Yes — we found about 24 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 24 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 6; PA 321 / Biddle Street): Navigation decision point; at 218.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 293.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.7 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.
