Trip from Windsor, 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

2h 25m

Distance

116.1 mi

187 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 15m ★

6 AM

2h 25m

8 AM

2h 45m

10 AM

2h 32m

12 PM

2h 30m

3 PM

2h 33m

5 PM

2h 44m

8 PM

2h 19m

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

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Windsor, PA

Jay Brand

borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Bristol, PA

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Trip Overview

This 116.1-mile drive from Windsor, PA, to Bristol, PA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 30, and US 222, this highway-focused route is efficient for getting you between these two Northeast region locations within Pennsylvania. With a projected fuel cost of around $19, it's an economical option for a day trip. The drive's profile suggests a straightforward journey with minimal complexities, making it a practical choice for a quick transit.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

58.1 miles from Windsor, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	70.6 mi	1h 17m
US 30	17.9 mi	24m
US 222	15.8 mi	19m
Freysville Road	3.9 mi	6m
Frysville Road	1.7 mi	2m
Windsor Road	1.4 mi	2m
Colonel Howard Boulevard	0.8 mi	1m
Bristol Pike	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 70.6 mi, about 1h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Heindel Avenue

36 ft · 7 sec · Heindel Avenue

Turn left onto East High Street

0.2 mi · 59 sec · East High Street

Turn left onto North Penn Street

0.3 mi · 31 sec · North Penn Street

Continue on Windsor Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · Windsor Road

Turn right onto Freysville Road

3.9 mi · 6 min · Freysville Road

Continue on Frysville Road

1.7 mi · 2 min · Frysville Road

Continue on Kreutz Creek Road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Kreutz Creek Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward US 30 East: Lancaster

Merge onto US 30

18 mi · 24 min · US 30

Take the exit onto US 222

16 mi · 19 min · US 222

Toward US 222 North: Reading

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 76, PATP, PA 272: Denver, PA Turnpike

Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard

Toward I 76, PATP

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Colonel Howard Boulevard

Toward I 76, PATP

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia

Merge onto I 76; PATP

71 mi · 1 hr 17 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min

Exit 42 Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol

Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike

360 ft · 8 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Keep slight right at fork

357 ft · 8 sec

Toward US 13 South: Bristol Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 13

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bristol Pike

Use the left lane.

Turn slight left onto Beaver Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Beaver Street

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue

Turn right onto Pond Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Pond Street

Turn left

91 ft · 12 sec

Arrive at destination

1 ft

Trip Plan

Given the 2 hour and 25-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip, offering flexibility in departure times. You can depart early to avoid any potential traffic or later in the day for a more relaxed start. With no designated stops, plan your own breaks for fuel and rest as needed; the longest stretch without a major road change is over 70 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longer highway segments, and consider an early morning departure to fully capitalize on the efficient highway profile.

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.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 58.1 miles from Windsor, PA, or about 1h 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.6 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 26 miles or 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.1 miles or 1h 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 1h 58m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Windsor, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Windsor, PA

This is one driving day of about 116.1 miles and 2h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Windsor, PA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 70.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in northeastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Adamstown, PA

58 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.

Popular next leg

Adamstown, PA to Bristol, PA

74.4 mi · 1h 30m

Pacing Suggestions

East Petersburg, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Warwick, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.1 miles from Windsor, 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 70.6 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 · 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

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Halfway reset 4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately

Exton, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14848733198

Visit website

Rivertowne Restaurant & Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Wrightsville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17172523184

Visit website

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

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

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12158862266

Visit website

Lione's Pizza Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–9:30 pm

+16108732500

Visit website

Pomod'oro Pizza and Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+16108730405

Visit website

Cafe Light

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12154379790

Visit website

Hong Kong Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

West Chester, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16106962597

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.2 mi from route

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+16105954359

Visit website

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+16106248058

Visit website

Heuser Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16102651071

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Harold F. Pitcairn Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Horsham, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+12156722277

Visit website

Wharton Esherick Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Malvern, Pennsylvania

+16106445822

Visit website

Arnold's Family Fun Center

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Oaks, Pennsylvania

Hours: 3–9 pm

+16106660600

Visit website

Elmwood Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16102773825

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 114.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East High Street

Turn left onto East High Street

Navigation decision point

42 mi into trip | ~59m in | Colonel Howard Boulevard

Turn right onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 76, PATP

42.2 mi into trip | ~59m in | Colonel Howard Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard toward I 76, PATP

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

Toward I 76, PATP

113.6 mi into trip | ~2h 18m 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

114.6 mi into trip | ~2h 21m 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

$19.25 one way

$38.50 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$21.08	$42.16
premium	$4.93	$22.52	$45.03
diesel	$5.61	$25.63	$51.27

Estimated Tolls: $9.18

Pennsylvania Turnpike (70.6 mi) $9.18

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

$19

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	34.8	$12.19	$5.57
Efficient EV	29	$10.16	$4.64
EV Truck/SUV	46.4	$16.25	$7.43

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Windsor, PA

Morning in Windsor on Tuesday

Local time

9:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bristol, PA

Morning in Bristol on Tuesday

Local time

9:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

61°F

Adamstown, PA

58 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

17 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 25m 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.

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...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 80.1

View on nps.gov

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 92.1

View on nps.gov

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 92.1

View on nps.gov

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...

16 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 72.1

View on nps.gov

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...

22 mi from route ~55 min detour Free near mile 40

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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip, with 90% of the drive occurring on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 70.6 miles, likely found on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, indicating long periods of consistent driving. This means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, multi-lane highways, offering a smooth and direct journey rather than winding scenic byways. The character remains largely consistent, prioritizing efficient travel over varied landscapes.

90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 70.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East High Street.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 18 significant decision points across 116.1 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 (East High Street): Navigation decision point; at 42 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.2 miles (Colonel Howard Boulevard): 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 Windsor, PA and Bristol, PA, road signs point toward Patp and Pa Turnpike.

Patp

41.7 mi in | ~58m

Pa Turnpike

41.7 mi in | ~58m

About the Cities

Arriving in Bristol, PA

Full guide →

Bristol is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This article also covers the neighboring communities of Tullytown and Levittown.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 116.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 70.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $9.18 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.

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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (5 total within detour distance). 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.

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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Trip from Windsor, PA to Bristol, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

Tasty Zaytoon Lebanese Market and Restaurant

Rivertowne Restaurant & Bar

Bella's Restaurant & Pizzeria

Lione's Pizza Restaurant & Bar

Pomod'oro Pizza and Italian Restaurant

Cafe Light

Hong Kong Restaurant

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - King of Prussia

The Escape Game King Of Prussia

Heuser Park

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

Harold F. Pitcairn Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum

Wharton Esherick Museum

Arnold's Family Fun Center

Elmwood Park Zoo

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Windsor, PA

Bristol, PA

Same local time

17 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 25m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Independence National Historical Park

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

First State National Historical Park

Appalachian National Scenic Trail

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Bristol, PA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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