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Trip from Bristol, PA to Gibson, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 13m

Distance

163.2 mi

263 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 2m ★
6 AM
3h 14m
8 AM
3h 38m
10 AM
3h 22m
12 PM
3h 20m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 7m

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

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borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Bristol, PA

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Downtown Gibson, PA, PA

Gibson, PA

Dominik Gryzbon

Trip Overview

The drive from Bristol, PA to Gibson, PA covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 81 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 110.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.06 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

81.6 miles from Bristol, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension 110.6 mi 2h 4m
Pennsylvania Turnpike 24 mi 28m
I 81 22.6 mi 26m
State Route 547 2.5 mi 5m
Bristol Pike 0.7 mi 1m
Jefferson Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Beaver Street 0.2 mi <1m
Wood Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension — 110.6 mi, about 2h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

158 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Washington Street

506 ft · 27 sec · Washington Street
3

Turn left onto Wood Street

0.1 mi · 37 sec · Wood Street
4

Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue
5

At end of road, turn right onto Beaver Street

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Beaver Street
6

Turn slight right onto US 13

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bristol Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike

0.6 mi · 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Toward I 95: Philadelphia, New York Use the left lane.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 95

1.2 mi · 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 276; PATP

22 mi · 25 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
Exit 40 Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward I 476: Chester, Allentown Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 476 North: Allentown
13

Merge onto I 476; PATP

110 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Continue on I 476; PATP

0.8 mi · 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Exit 131 Toward I 81, US 6, US 11: Clarks Summit, Scranton
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 1 min
Toward Binghamton
17

Merge onto I 81

23 mi · 26 min · I 81
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Toward PA 547: Harford
19

Turn right onto PA 547

2.3 mi · 5 min · State Route 547
20

Continue on PA 547

0.2 mi · 20 sec · State Route 547
21

Arrive at destination

T945

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 81.6 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.6 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 36 miles or 45m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 81.6 miles or 1h 36m 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 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gibson, 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 163.2 miles and 3h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension for about 110.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wilkes-Barre, PA

82 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

Lansdale, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Northampton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 81.6 miles from Bristol, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Fratelli's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burlington, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

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 start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Burlington, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16095262746

Visit website

Cafe Light

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 11.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12154379790

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 93.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 93.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 93.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 81.6

Lehighton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 93.3

Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

+18885577099

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 116.6

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

+18668167584

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 128.2

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 128.2

Moosic, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Fischer's Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 35

Harleysville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 8 am–8:30 pm

+12153687602

Visit website

Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 23.3

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12152475777

Visit website

Ambler Arboretum of Temple University

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 23.3

Ambler, Pennsylvania

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12674688000

Visit website

Northampton Township Municipal Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 11.7

Churchville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12153576800

Visit website

Amazing Escape Room Montgomeryville

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 35

Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12–11 pm

+12672228186

Visit website

Otherworld Philadelphia

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 11.7

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+12673325391

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 1.7 and 137.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | Pennsylvania Turnpike

Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike toward I 95: Philadelphia, New York

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 95: Philadelphia, New York
8
2.3 mi into trip | ~6m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
9
3.9 mi into trip | ~9m in | I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 40 Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg
7
26.1 mi into trip | ~34m in

Take the exit toward I 476: Chester, Allentown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
6
137.2 mi into trip | ~2h 39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre

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

Toward I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barr...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.06 one way

$54.11 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $29.63 $59.27
premium $4.93 $31.65 $63.30
diesel $5.61 $36.03 $72.07

Estimated Tolls: $17.50

Pennsylvania Turnpike (134.6 mi) $17.50

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

$27

Tolls

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49 0 $17.14 $7.83
Efficient EV 40.8 0 $14.28 $6.53
EV Truck/SUV 65.3 0 $22.85 $10.44

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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

Bristol, PA

Afternoon in Bristol on Saturday

Local time

2:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Gibson, PA

Afternoon in Gibson on Saturday

Local time

2:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 13m 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

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 28.1
View on nps.gov
Independence National Historical Park

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 22.5
View on nps.gov
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

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 22.5
View on nps.gov
First State National Historical Park

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...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 28.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

163.2 mi in 3h 13m, mostly highway — 110.6 mi of that is on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 110.6 mi on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension and Pennsylvania Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near Pennsylvania Turnpike.

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 163.2 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 1.7 miles (Pennsylvania Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Bristol, PA and Gibson, PA, road signs point toward Allentown, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre and Binghamton.

Allentown

26.1 mi in | ~34m

Scranton

136.4 mi in | ~2h 38m | via I 476; PATP

Wilkes-Barre

137.2 mi in | ~2h 39m

Binghamton

137.4 mi in | ~2h 40m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 163.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 110.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $17.50 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Gibson, 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 1.7 miles (Pennsylvania Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Gibson, PA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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