Trip from Bristol, PA to Hickory, PA

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

6h 33m

Distance

333.6 mi

537 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

6h 21m ★

6 AM

6h 33m

8 AM

6h 58m

10 AM

6h 42m

12 PM

6h 39m

3 PM

6h 43m

5 PM

6h 56m

8 PM

6h 26m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bristol, PA to Hickory, PA covers 333.6 miles and takes about 6h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 70, PA 519 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 283.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $55.31 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

166.8 miles from Bristol, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 33m. Total distance: 333.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 33m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Drive Character

This is a 6h 33m highway drive covering 333.6 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 283.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Pennsylvania Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 283.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and I 70. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near Pennsylvania Turnpike.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 333.6 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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

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

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

285.9 mi into trip | ~5h 17m in | I 70

Take the exit onto I 70 toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton

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 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll:...

286.3 mi into trip | ~5h 18m in | I 70

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH

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

Toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, W...

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 Hickory, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton, Washington, Columbus and Dunningsville.

Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg

285.9 mi in | ~5h 17m | via I 70

Wheeling

285.9 mi in | ~5h 17m | via I 70

New Stanton

285.9 mi in | ~5h 17m | via I 70

Washington

286.3 mi in | ~5h 18m | via I 70

Columbus

286.3 mi in | ~5h 18m | via I 70

Dunningsville

316.3 mi in | ~6h

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	283.8 mi	5h 11m
I 70	30.4 mi	42m
PA 519	4.2 mi	7m
Western Avenue	4.2 mi	7m
Brownlee Road	3.5 mi	8m
Westland Road	2.9 mi	5m
Hill Church Houston Road	1.4 mi	2m
Bristol Pike	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 283.8 mi, about 5h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

158 ft · 13 sec · this road

Turn right onto Washington Street

506 ft · 27 sec · Washington Street

Turn left onto Wood Street

0.1 mi · 37 sec · Wood Street

Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Beaver Street

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Beaver Street

Turn slight right onto US 13

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bristol Pike

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike

0.6 mi · 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Toward I 95: Philadelphia, New York Use the left lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

1.2 mi · 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto I 276; PATP

282 mi · 5 hr 8 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Exit 40 Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto I 70

0.4 mi · 54 sec · I 70

Toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

30 mi · 41 min · I 70

Toward I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward Dunningsville

Turn slight right onto Brownlee Road

3.5 mi · 8 min · Brownlee Road

Enter roundabout onto PA 519

19 ft · 0 sec · PA 519

Continue on PA 519

477 ft · 9 sec · PA 519

Enter roundabout onto PA 519

129 ft · 2 sec · PA 519

Continue on PA 519

4.1 mi · 7 min · PA 519

Turn left onto PA 519

1.4 mi · 2 min · Hill Church Houston Road

Continue on PA 519

0.3 mi · 38 sec · South Main Street

Turn left onto PA 519

255 ft · 7 sec · West Pike Street

Turn right onto PA 519

4.2 mi · 7 min · Western Avenue

Continue on PA 519

2.9 mi · 5 min · Westland Road

At end of road, turn left onto PA 50

0.5 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Arrive at destination

PA 50

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 166.8 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 3h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 283.8 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 73 miles or 1h 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 166.8 miles or 3h 7m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 3m

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

Before You Leave

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.

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 333.6 miles and 6h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 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 for about 283.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 166.8 mi from Bristol, PA · 3h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hancock, MD

167 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

North Bel Air, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hancock, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 166.8 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 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 283.8 miles.

Arriving in Hickory, PA

The final approach into Hickory, 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 Hickory, PA.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.31 one way

$110.61 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 117 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$60.57	$121.15
premium	$4.93	$64.70	$129.39
diesel	$5.61	$73.65	$147.31

Estimated Tolls: $36.89

Pennsylvania Turnpike (283.8 mi) $36.89

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

$55

Tolls

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$117–$142

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 116.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	100.1	1	$35.03	$16.01
Efficient EV	83.4	0	$29.19	$13.34
EV Truck/SUV	133.4	1	$46.70	$21.35

Gas CO2

117 kg

EV CO2

39 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Morning in Bristol on Thursday

Local time

7:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hickory, PA

Morning in Hickory on Thursday

Local time

7:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

48°F

Hancock, MD

167 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

3 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

6h 33m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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 Hickory, PA covers 333.6 miles and takes about 6h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, I 70, PA 519. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 166.8 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 $55.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Bristol, PA and Hickory, PA, road signs point toward Pa Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling, New Stanton, Washington, Columbus and Dunningsville.

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