Trip from Bristol, PA to Windsor, PA

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Drive Time

2h 26m

Distance

116.9 mi

188 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 17m ★

6 AM

2h 27m

8 AM

2h 47m

10 AM

2h 34m

12 PM

2h 32m

3 PM

2h 35m

5 PM

2h 46m

8 PM

2h 21m

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

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Windsor, PA

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Trip Overview

This 116.9-mile journey from Bristol, PA to Windsor, PA is a straightforward drive, estimated to take about 2 hours and 26 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 222, this route is almost entirely highway driving at 90%, making it an efficient option for a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, it's an economical choice for exploring Pennsylvania. The drive is a convenient way to travel within the Northeast region, connecting two points in the same state. You'll find this route offers a focused driving experience without significant detours.

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

58.4 miles from Bristol, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 90% of the route consisting of high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 71.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, offering a chance to settle in for a sustained period of driving. As you transition to US 222 and US 30, the character remains largely consistent with efficient travel. This route prioritizes getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss, emphasizing straightforward navigation and steady progress.

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

There are about 28 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 71.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 222. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Washington Street.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 116.9 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: 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 22 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Washington Street

Turn right onto Washington Street

Navigation decision point

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

73.6 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Take the exit toward US 222: Reading, Lancaster

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 US 222: Reading, Lancaster

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 Windsor, PA, road signs point toward Lancaster and Hallam.

Lancaster

73.6 mi in | ~1h 25m

Hallam

108.8 mi in | ~2h 11m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	71.4 mi	1h 18m
US 222	16.8 mi	20m
US 30	16.8 mi	22m
Freysville Road	3.9 mi	6m
Frysville Road	1.7 mi	2m
Windsor Road	1.4 mi	2m
Colonel Howard Boulevard	0.8 mi	1m
Bristol Pike	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 71.4 mi, about 1h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, PA and Windsor, 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

70 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

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

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward US 222: Reading, Lancaster Use the slight right lane.

Continue on Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Colonel Howard Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork onto Colonel Howard Boulevard

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Colonel Howard Boulevard

Turn left

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Merge onto US 222

15 mi · 17 min · US 222

Keep slight right at fork onto US 222

1.7 mi · 2 min · US 222

Toward US 30 West

Keep slight right at fork onto US 30

17 mi · 22 min · US 30

Toward US 30 West: York

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward Hallam

Keep slight left at fork

151 ft · 9 sec

Turn left onto Kreutz Creek Road

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Kreutz Creek Road

Continue on Frysville Road

1.7 mi · 2 min · Frysville Road

Continue on Freysville Road

3.9 mi · 6 min · Freysville Road

Turn left onto Windsor Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · Windsor Road

Continue on North Penn Street

0.3 mi · 35 sec · North Penn Street

Turn right onto East High Street

0.2 mi · 54 sec · East High Street

Turn right onto Heindel Avenue

36 ft · 1 sec · Heindel Avenue

Arrive at destination

Heindel Avenue

Trip Plan

Given its manageable distance of 116.9 miles and 2h 26m duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion. You can leave Bristol, PA at your leisure, perhaps aiming to avoid peak morning traffic. With no designated stops provided, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed for breaks or refreshments. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 71.4 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, where services might be spaced further apart. The estimated fuel cost of $19 suggests a budget-friendly outing.

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 58.4 miles from Bristol, PA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.4 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 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.4 miles or 1h 8m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Windsor, 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 116.9 miles and 2h 26m.

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 Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 71.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 58.4 mi from Bristol, PA · 1h 8m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

58 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.4 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 71.4 miles.

Arriving in Windsor, PA

The final approach into Windsor, 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 Windsor, 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

$19.38 one way

$38.76 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$21.23	$42.45
premium	$4.93	$22.67	$45.34
diesel	$5.61	$25.81	$51.62

Estimated Tolls: $9.29

Pennsylvania Turnpike (71.4 mi) $9.29

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

$19

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.1	$12.27	$5.61
Efficient EV	29.2	$10.23	$4.68
EV Truck/SUV	46.8	$16.37	$7.48

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Bristol, PA

Afternoon in Bristol on Wednesday

Local time

1:22 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Windsor, PA

Afternoon in Windsor on Wednesday

Local time

1:22 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°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

15 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

2h 26m 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 Windsor, PA covers 116.9 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 222, US 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 58.4 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 $19.38 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.

Between Bristol, PA and Windsor, PA, road signs point toward Lancaster and Hallam.

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