Origin
Bristol, PA
Evening in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bristol, PA to Fairview, PA
Drive Time
54m
Distance
35.8 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bristol, PA
Jay Brand
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across Pennsylvania, this 35.8-mile trip from Bristol to Fairview is an efficient choice. You can easily complete the journey in about 54 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day round trip. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, it remains a budget-friendly option for travelers. The route keeps you within the Northeast region, transitioning between local roads and major expressways. Because the drive is short and straightforward, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complex logistics. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that gets you where you need to go without the hassle of a long-haul commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
17.9 miles from Bristol, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 79% of your time spent on high-speed routes. You will find yourself navigating a mix of the Delaware Expressway, State Road, and West Chester Pike throughout the journey. The longest stretch of the drive is a 28.2-mile run on the Delaware Expressway, which offers the most consistent pace for your commute. While the road starts with urban infrastructure, the character of the drive shifts as you transition between these key arteries. Expect a steady, predictable pace behind the wheel that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads, keeping your travel time to under an hour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Delaware Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 28.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Delaware Expressway and State Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near PA 413 / New Rodgers Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 35.8 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 1.6 miles (PA 413 / New Rodgers Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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PA 413 / New Rodgers Road
Turn left onto PA 413 / New Rodgers Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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Street Road
Turn right onto Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
5.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Turn left toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
8
34.1 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward Chester, Waterfront, Ridley Park, Penn Terminals
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8
Toward Chester, Waterfront, Ridley Park, Penn T...
7
34.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Expressway | 28.2 mi | 38m |
| State Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| West Chester Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Street Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Otter Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Fairview Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Radcliffe Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Delaware Expressway
— 28.2 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Fairview, PA.
1
Start on this road
158 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Washington Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Radcliffe Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Radcliffe Street
4
Turn right onto Market Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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Market Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto Old US Hwy 13
340 ft
·
9 sec
·
Old US Hwy 13
6
Turn right onto Mill Street
229 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mill Street
7
Continue on Otter Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Otter Street
8
Continue on Old US Hwy 13
450 ft
·
18 sec
·
Old US Hwy 13
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left onto PA 413
519 ft
·
6 sec
·
New Rodgers Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto State Road
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
State Road
Use the none lane.
11
Turn right onto Street Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Street Road
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 95 South: Central Philadelphia
Use the left lane.
13
Merge onto I 95
28 mi
·
38 min
·
Delaware Expressway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 8
Toward Chester, Waterfront, Ridley Park, Penn Terminals
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
302 ft
·
8 sec
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto South Stewart Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Stewart Avenue
17
Turn left onto US 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn right onto Fairview Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairview Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto Essex Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Essex Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Essex Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with zero mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to ensure you maintain that estimated 54-minute duration. Because you are only looking at $6 in fuel costs, keep a few extra dollars handy for contingencies or local parking once you arrive. Given the heavy reliance on the Delaware Expressway, monitor real-time traffic reports before you leave to check for any congestion on that 28.2-mile primary segment. Embracing the lack of required stops means you can head straight to your destination, but don't hesitate to pull over if you need a quick break to stretch your legs.
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 17.9 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.2 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 35.8 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.9 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairview, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bristol, 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 Bristol, PA
This is one driving day of about 35.8 miles and 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bristol, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Delaware Expressway for about 28.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.9 mi from Bristol, PA · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 35.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Bristol, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fairview, PA
The final approach into Fairview, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fairview, PA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.92 one way
$11.85 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.48 | $12.96 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.94 | $13.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.95 | $15.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Destination
Fairview, PA
Evening in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live 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
21 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
54m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bristol, PA to Fairview, PA covers 35.8 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Delaware Expressway, State Road, West Chester Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 miles from Bristol, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 35.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (PA 413 / New Rodgers Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles (Street Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bristol, PA to Fairview, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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