Origin
Broomall, PA
Evening in Broomall on Friday
Local time
6:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broomall, PA to Bristol, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
38.6 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broomall, PA
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Bristol, PA
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Trip Overview
This 38.6-mile drive from Broomall, PA, to Bristol, PA, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 51 minutes. It's designed as a single-day adventure, so no overnight stays are necessary. You'll be spending most of your time on major highways, making it a quick and efficient journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $6, this route is budget-friendly for a quick excursion. Since both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region and the state of Pennsylvania, you'll remain in familiar territory throughout. This drive is ideal for those looking for a simple, direct connection between these two points without extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 38.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this trip, with an impressive 89% of the drive taking place on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.2 miles, primarily on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. This means you'll be navigating primarily on high-speed expressways and limited-access highways like the Mid-County Expressway. While this offers efficiency, be prepared for a driving profile that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic byways. The route's character remains consistent, emphasizing efficient travel on well-maintained, high-capacity roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Mid-County Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 38.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Turn left toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge onto I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
36.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 42
Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
8
37.1 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 13 South: Bristol
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 13 South: Bristol
5
37.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 13 / Bristol Pike
Merge onto US 13 / Bristol Pike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 23.2 mi | 26m |
| Mid-County Expressway | 10.8 mi | 14m |
| West Chester Pike | 1 mi | 2m |
| Bristol Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Beaver Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Pond Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 23.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broomall, PA and Bristol, PA.
1
Start on PA 3
83 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Chester Pike
2
Continue on PA 3
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Chester Pike
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 476
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Mid-County Expressway
5
Turn slight left onto I 476
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Mid-County Expressway
6
Continue on I 476; PATP
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
8
Merge onto I 276; PATP
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 42
Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
10
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
360 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
11
Keep slight right at fork
357 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 13 South: Bristol
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto US 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bristol Pike
Use the left lane.
13
Turn slight left onto Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Beaver Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
15
Turn right onto Pond Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pond Street
16
Turn left
91 ft
·
12 sec
17
Arrive at destination
1 ft
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.3 mi from Broomall, PA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Broomall, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristol, PA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bristol, PA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.40 one way
$12.80 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.01 | $14.02 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.49 | $14.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.06
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(23.5 mi)
$3.06
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$3
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Bristol, PA
Evening in Bristol on Friday
Local time
6:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 0 to 15 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
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
40 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
51m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Broomall, PA to Bristol, PA covers 38.6 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Mid-County Expressway, West Chester Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.3 miles from Broomall, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.40 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.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 38.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Broomall, PA to Bristol, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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