Origin
Bristol, PA
Afternoon in Bristol on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bristol, PA to Oakland, PA
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
6h 50m
Distance
363.2 mi
585 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 39m
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6 AM
6h 51m
8 AM
7h 14m
10 AM
6h 59m
12 PM
6h 56m
3 PM
7h 0m
5 PM
7h 13m
8 PM
6h 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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Trip Overview
This 363.2-mile drive from Bristol, PA to Oakland, PA is a substantial undertaking, estimated to take around 6 hours and 50 minutes. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, with 95% of the route on major roads, making it feasible as a single-day trip. Expect a fuel cost of approximately $60 for this journey. While you'll encounter the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a significant portion, the route remains within the Northeast region of the US, offering a consistent travel experience. This is a direct route best suited for those prioritizing efficient travel.
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
181.6 miles from Bristol, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The character of this drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 95% of the mileage dedicated to high-speed travel. You'll spend the majority of your time on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 346.2 miles. This means you're looking at a consistent, efficient pace for most of the journey, with limited opportunities for slower, scenic exploration. The main roads, including Big Beaver Boulevard and South Liberty Street, appear later in the route, suggesting a transition away from the primary highway as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 346.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Big Beaver Boulevard. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Washington Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 363.2 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
8
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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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
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~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
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~9m in
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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
8
348.4 mi into trip
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~6h 24m in
Take the exit toward PA 18: Ellwood City, Beaver Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward PA 18: Ellwood City, Beaver Falls
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 346.2 mi | 6h 18m |
| Big Beaver Boulevard | 12.2 mi | 19m |
| South Liberty Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Sunny Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Bristol Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Atlantic Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Beaver Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 346.2 mi, about 6h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Oakland, PA.
1
Start on this road
158 ft
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13 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
506 ft
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27 sec
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Washington Street
3
Turn left onto Wood Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
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Wood Street
4
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Jefferson Avenue
5
At end of road, turn right onto Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Beaver Street
6
Turn slight right onto US 13
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Bristol Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
0.6 mi
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1 min
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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
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Pennsylvania Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 276; PATP
344 mi
·
6 hr 15 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Exit 40
Toward I 276 Toll West, PATP West: Harrisburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 13
Toward PA 18: Ellwood City, Beaver Falls
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto PA 18
12 mi
·
19 min
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Big Beaver Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
At end of road, turn left onto PA 18; PA 108
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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South Liberty Street
14
Continue on Elmwood Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Elmwood Street
15
Continue on Atlantic Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Atlantic Avenue
16
Turn left onto Sunny Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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Sunny Avenue
17
At end of road, turn left onto Matilda Avenue
54 ft
·
4 sec
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Matilda Avenue
18
Turn right onto Fowler Lane
35 ft
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1 sec
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Fowler Lane
19
Arrive at destination
Fowler Lane
Trip Plan
Given the 6 hour and 50 minute duration, starting your journey early from Bristol, PA is recommended to make the most of daylight. With only one planned stop mentioned, consider breaking up the 346.2-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a meal or a stretch break to stay comfortable. The estimated fuel cost is $60, so ensure your tank is full before departing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the long highway segment, as services can be spaced out on the Turnpike.
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 181.6 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 3h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 346.2 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 181.6 miles or 3h 22m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakland, 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 363.2 miles and 6h 50m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 346.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 181.6 mi from Bristol, PA · 3h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
182 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 181.6 miles from Bristol, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 346.2 miles.
Arriving in Oakland, PA
The final approach into Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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
$60.21 one way
$120.43 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
127 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $65.95 | $131.90 |
| premium | $4.93 | $70.44 | $140.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $80.19 | $160.38 |
Estimated Tolls: $45.01
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(346.2 mi)
$45.01
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
$60
Tolls
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$130–$155
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 109 | 1 | $38.14 | $17.43 |
| Efficient EV | 90.8 | 1 | $31.78 | $14.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 145.3 | 1 | $50.85 | $23.24 |
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
42 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.
Destination
Oakland, PA
Afternoon in Oakland on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Cuba, NY
182 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
10 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
6h 50m 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 Oakland, PA covers 363.2 miles and takes about 6h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Big Beaver Boulevard, South Liberty Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 181.6 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 $60.21 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 363.2 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; 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.
The route from Bristol, PA to Oakland, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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