Origin
Franconia, PA
Morning in Franconia on Wednesday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Franconia, PA to Bristol, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
54m
Distance
41.6 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
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6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franconia, PA
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Bristol, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Franconia, PA to Bristol, PA covers 41.6 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Allentown Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.6 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.90 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
20.8 miles from Franconia, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 54m highway drive covering 41.6 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.6 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 16 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 23.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 41.6 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 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
15.2 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
5
15.6 mi into trip
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~21m in
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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
39.1 mi into trip
|
~48m 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
40.1 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
40.2 mi into trip
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~50m in
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US 13 / Bristol Pike
Merge onto US 13 / Bristol Pike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Franconia, PA to Bristol, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp South along the way.
Patp South
5 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 23.6 mi | 26m |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| Allentown Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Wambold Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Bristol Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Sumneytown Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Beaver Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 23.6 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franconia, PA and Bristol, PA.
1
Start on Allentown Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Allentown Road
2
Turn right onto Wambold Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Wambold Road
3
Turn left onto PA 63
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sumneytown Pike
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PATP South
5
Merge onto I 476; PATP
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 276 East: New Jersey
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 276; PATP
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 42
Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
9
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
360 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
10
Keep slight right at fork
357 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 13 South: Bristol
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto US 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bristol Pike
Use the left lane.
12
Turn slight left onto Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Beaver Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
14
Turn right onto Pond Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Pond Street
15
Turn left
91 ft
·
12 sec
16
Arrive at destination
1 ft
Trip Plan
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 20.8 miles from Franconia, PA, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.6 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 41.6 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.8 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristol, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Franconia, 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 Franconia, PA
This is one driving day of about 41.6 miles and 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Franconia, 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 23.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.8 mi from Franconia, PA · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Franconia, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristol, PA
The final approach into Bristol, 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 Bristol, 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
$6.90 one way
$13.79 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.55 | $15.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.18 | $18.37 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.34
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(33.4 mi)
$4.34
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
$7
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Bristol, PA
Morning in Bristol on Wednesday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 mph
28% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:55PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:47PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
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
4 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
54m 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 Franconia, PA to Bristol, PA covers 41.6 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, Allentown Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.8 miles from Franconia, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.90 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 41.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles (I 276; PATP / Pennsylvania Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Franconia, PA to Bristol, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp South along the way.
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