This 102.2-mile drive from Silver Spring, PA to Bristol, PA is an efficient Northeast journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 45 minutes on the road, with a modest fuel cost estimated at $17. The route is predominantly highway-focused, making it a straightforward trip. With only one recommended stop, it’s designed for direct travel. This route is a practical choice if you're looking to cover ground efficiently within the Northeast region.
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
51.1 miles from Silver Spring, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 206
50.3 mi
1h 18m
Woodside Avenue
7.5 mi
12m
Trenton Freeway
5.3 mi
7m
Brunswick Pike
5.2 mi
7m
Morris Turnpike
4.1 mi
7m
US 13
3.9 mi
5m
I 287
3.9 mi
4m
Route 209
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 206
— 50.3 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Silver Spring, PA and Bristol, PA.
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Start on Raymondskill Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Raymondskill Road
2
Merge onto US 209
2.4 mi·3 min·Route 209
3
Turn right onto US 206
14 mi·20 min·US 206
4
Turn right onto CR 519
1.5 mi·2 min·Newton Avenue
5
Turn left onto CR 519
4.1 mi·7 min·Morris Turnpike
6
Continue on CR 519
0.9 mi·1 min·Mill Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto US 206; NJ 94; CR 519
481 ft·11 sec·Water Street
8
Enter roundabout onto US 206
465 ft·9 sec·Main Street
9
Continue on US 206
0.2 mi·31 sec·Main Street
10
Continue on US 206
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
11
Continue on US 206
7.5 mi·12 min·Woodside Avenue
12
Continue on US 206
2.0 mi·3 min·Route 206
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 206
0.8 mi·1 min·US 206
Use the left lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 206
0.7 mi·56 sec·US 206
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 206
0.6 mi·52 sec·US 206
16
Merge onto I 80; US 206
1.2 mi·1 min·Christopher Columbus Highway
17
Take the exit onto US 206
0.2 mi·24 sec·US 206
Exit 27A-BToward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, SomervilleUse the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 206
0.3 mi·32 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 South: SomervilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on US 206
17 mi·27 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 287 South: Somerville, PrincetonUse the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto I 287
1.3 mi·1 min·I 287
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
2.6 mi·3 min·I 287
23
Take the exit
0.6 mi·42 sec
Exit 17Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, FlemingtonUse the slight left / straight lanes.
24
Merge onto US 202; US 206
1.0 mi·1 min·US 202; US 206
25
Take the exit onto US 206
0.2 mi·37 sec·US 206
Toward US 206 South, NJ 28: Somerville, PrincetonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Enter roundabout onto US 206
525 ft·7 sec·US 206
27
Continue on US 206
9.1 mi·14 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on US 206
7.3 mi·11 min·US 206
Use the straight lane.
29
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
141 ft·6 sec·Cherry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
30
Turn right onto Mount Lucas Road
493 ft·18 sec·Mount Lucas Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
31
Continue on Witherspoon Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Witherspoon Street
32
Turn left onto Wiggins Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Wiggins Street
Use the left lane.
33
Turn right onto Vandeventer Avenue
0.2 mi·44 sec·Vandeventer Avenue
34
Continue on CR 526; CR 571
1.6 mi·3 min·Washington Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Enter roundabout onto US 1
62 ft·3 sec·Brunswick Pike
36
Continue on US 1
4.3 mi·5 min·Brunswick Pike
Use the straight lane.
37
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Use the slight right lane.
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·31 sec
39
Merge onto US 1
0.9 mi·1 min·Brunswick Pike
40
Continue on US 1
5.3 mi·7 min·Trenton Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Continue on US 1
0.3 mi·32 sec·Trenton-Morrisville Toll Bridge
42
Continue on US 1
1.3 mi·1 min·Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
Use the straight lane.
43
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Toward US 13, US 1 Business: Bristol, YardleyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·15 sec
Toward US 13: Bristol, YardleyUse the slight right lane.
45
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward US 13 South: Tullytown, BristolUse the straight lane.
46
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·41 sec
Toward US 13 South: Tullytown, Bristol
47
Continue on US 13
3.9 mi·5 min·US 13
Use the straight lane.
48
Take the exit
349 ft·10 sec
Toward TullytownUse the slight left lane.
49
Turn right onto Fallsington Avenue
0.3 mi·52 sec·Fallsington Avenue
50
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi·38 sec·Main Street
51
Continue on North Radcliffe Street
1.9 mi·3 min·North Radcliffe Street
52
Turn slight right onto East Farragut Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·East Farragut Avenue
53
Continue on Pond Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Pond Street
54
Turn left
91 ft·12 sec
55
Arrive at destination
1 ft
Trip Plan
For this relatively short, single-day trip of under 3 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving early can help you avoid any potential midday traffic, especially as you approach your destination. With only one stop recommended and a manageable 102.2 miles, you can decide on the fly when and where to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $17, and it's always wise to know where gas stations are located along US 206, as it’s your longest stretch of driving.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 51.1 miles from Silver Spring, PA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.3 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 22 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h 24m 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 16m
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 Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring, PA
This is one driving day of about 102.2 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Silver Spring, 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 US 206 for about 50.3 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 35
5 decision points cluster between mile 37.8 and 94 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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37.8 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|US 206
Take the exit onto US 206 toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Somerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 27A-B
Toward SH 183 North, US 206 South: Netcong, Som...
8
38 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|US 206
Keep slight right at fork onto US 206 toward US 206 South: Somerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 206 South: Somerville
8
59.8 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville, Flemington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 17
Toward US 202 South, US 206 South: Somerville,...
9
93.9 mi into trip|~2h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 13: Bristol, Yardley
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 13: Bristol, Yardley
9
94 mi into trip|~2h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 13 South: Tullytown, Bristol
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 13 South: Tullytown, Bristol
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.94 one way
$33.89 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$18.56
$37.11
premium
$4.93
$19.82
$39.64
diesel
$5.61
$22.56
$45.13
Estimated Tolls: $0.29
Morris Turnpike
(4.1 mi)$0.29
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
$17
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.7
0
$10.73
$4.91
Efficient EV
25.6
0
$8.94
$4.09
EV Truck/SUV
40.9
0
$14.31
$6.54
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 15, 2026
Origin
Silver Spring, PA
Afternoon
in Silver Spring on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bristol, PA
Afternoon
in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Chester, NJ
51 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
2h 45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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.
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history,...
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...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
$1
near mile 102.2
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...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 102.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with 73% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on roads like US 206 and the Trenton Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 50.3 miles on US 206, indicating a significant period of consistent travel on this main artery. While largely highway, the inclusion of Woodside Avenue suggests a transition or passage through more local infrastructure at points.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
55 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.3 mi on US 206.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 206 and Woodside Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.8 miles in near US 206.
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 35 significant decision points across 102.2 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 37.8 miles (US 206): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38 miles (US 206): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Silver Spring, PA and Bristol, PA, road signs point toward Sh 183 North, Somerville, Princeton, Flemington and Yardley.
Sh 183 North
37.8 mi in|~1h 3m|via US 206
Somerville
37.8 mi in|~1h 3m|via US 206
Princeton
55.6 mi in|~1h 31m
Flemington
59.8 mi in|~1h 36m
Yardley
93.6 mi in|~2h 30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 102.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.3 miles on US 206. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.29 in tolls one way, starting with Morris 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.
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 37.8 miles (US 206): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38 miles (US 206): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bristol, PA before heading back.
