Origin
Bristol, PA
Afternoon in Bristol on Thursday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bristol, PA to Forest Lake, PA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 51m
Distance
184.9 mi
298 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 39m
★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 17m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 58m
3 PM
4h 2m
5 PM
4h 16m
8 PM
3h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bristol, PA
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Forest Lake, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bristol, PA to Forest Lake, PA covers 184.9 miles and takes about 3h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Washington Street, Wood Street, Jefferson Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
92.5 miles from Bristol, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 184.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 51m drive with frequent turns across 184.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bristol, PA to Forest Lake, PA is easy. At 3h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bristol, PA to Forest Lake, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Street | — | — |
| Wood Street | — | — |
| Jefferson Avenue | — | — |
| Beaver Street | — | — |
| Bristol Pike | — | — |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| I 476 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Forest Lake, PA.
1
Start on the route
157 ft
·
14 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
505 ft
·
28 sec
·
Washington Street
3
Turn left onto Wood Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
Wood Street
4
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Beaver Street
6
Turn slight right onto Bristol Pike
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bristol Pike
7
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
9
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
10
Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 476: Chester, Allentown
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 476 North: Allentown
13
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
110 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
14
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
16
Keep slight left to continue on Binghamton
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Binghamton
17
Merge slight left
29 mi
·
33 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward PA 492: New Milford, Lakeside
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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PA 492: New Milford, Lakeside
19
Turn left onto State Route 492
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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State Route 492
20
Continue on Jackson Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Jackson Street
21
Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
22
Turn right
7.3 mi
·
11 min
23
Turn left onto State Route 29
144 ft
·
3 sec
·
State Route 29
24
Turn slight right onto Grow Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Grow Avenue
25
Continue on Church Street
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Church Street
26
Turn right onto Owego Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Owego Street
27
Continue on State Route 167
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 167
28
Turn slight left onto North Road
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
North Road
29
Turn left onto Lake Hill Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Hill Road
30
Turn sharp right onto Road 6
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Road 6
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 92.5 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
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 41 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.5 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Forest Lake, 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.
+
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 184.9 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Bristol, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.5 mi from Bristol, PA · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.5 miles from Bristol, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Forest Lake, PA
The final approach into Forest Lake, 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 Forest Lake, 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
$30.65 one way
$61.31 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $33.57 | $67.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $35.86 | $71.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.82 | $81.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.41 | $8.88 |
| Efficient EV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.18 | $7.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74 | 0 | $25.89 | $11.83 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Forest Lake, PA
Afternoon in Forest Lake on Thursday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°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
8 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 51m 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 Forest Lake, PA covers 184.9 miles and takes about 3h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Street, Wood Street, Jefferson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.5 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 $30.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Bristol, PA to Forest Lake, PA is easy. At 3h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bristol, PA to Forest Lake, PA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bristol, PA to Forest Lake, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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