Origin
Mountainhome, PA
Evening in Mountainhome on Friday
Local time
6:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mountainhome, 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
2h 30m
Distance
93.3 mi
150 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 20m
★
6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mountainhome, PA
Haneul Trac
Bristol, PA
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Trip Overview
This 93.3-mile drive from Mountainhome, PA to Bristol, PA is a manageable day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. With 66% of the route on highways, it's a fairly direct journey through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. You can expect a fuel cost of around $15 for this trip. The drive is focused on efficient travel, making it a straightforward option if you're looking for a simple transit between these two points. Given its relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, an overnight stop isn't necessary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.6 miles from Mountainhome, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 93.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 66% of the journey utilizing faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.9 miles on Route 31 South BEGIN. As you progress, you'll transition from Route 31 South BEGIN onto US 46 and eventually merge onto I-295. This progression means you'll experience a mix of road types, but the overall character leans towards efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 31 South BEGIN is the longest continuous segment at about 26.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Route 31 South BEGIN and US 46. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 93.3 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 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.9 miles (NJ 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.5 miles (Exit 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
23.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward US 46 East: Portland, Buttzville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4B
Toward US 46 East: Portland, Buttzville
7
65.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
NJ 31
Take the exit onto NJ 31 toward NJ 31 South, CR 579 South: Trenton
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 NJ 31 South, CR 579 South: Trenton
8
86.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
|
Exit 3
Take the exit onto Exit 3 toward PA 413, US 1 Business: Levittown, Penndel
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 3
Toward PA 413, US 1 Business: Levittown, Pennde...
9
86.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PA 413 South, US 1 Business North: Levittown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward PA 413 South, US 1 Business North: Levit...
6
92.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
Mill Street
At end of road, turn left onto Mill Street
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.
Between Mountainhome, PA and Bristol, PA, road signs point toward Buttzville, Cr 579 South: Trenton and Penndel.
Buttzville
23.1 mi in
|
~40m
Cr 579 South: Trenton
65.9 mi in
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~1h 43m
|
via NJ 31
Penndel
86.5 mi in
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~2h 16m
|
via Exit 3
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 31 South BEGIN | 26.9 mi | 38m |
| US 46 | 9.6 mi | 15m |
| I 295 | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| Paradsise Valley Road | 7.5 mi | 13m |
| Keystone Shortway | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| US 202 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Bear Tavern Road | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| PA 413 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Route 31 South BEGIN
— 26.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mountainhome, PA and Bristol, PA.
1
Start on PA 390
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
PA 390
2
Continue on PA 191
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
PA 191
3
At end of road, turn left onto PA 191
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Paradise Valley Road
4
Continue on PA 191
7.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Paradsise Valley Road
5
Continue on US 209 BUS; PA 447
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Courtland Street
6
Turn left onto PA 447
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Independence Road
7
Turn right onto US 209
0.2 mi
·
9 sec
·
Seven Bridge Road
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 80
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 4B
Toward US 46 East: Portland, Buttzville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 46; NJ 94
9.6 mi
·
15 min
·
US 46; NJ 94
12
Turn right onto NJ 31
27 mi
·
38 min
·
Route 31 South BEGIN
Use the straight lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 202; NJ 31
456 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 202; NJ 31
14
Continue on US 202; NJ 31
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
US 202; NJ 31
15
Take the exit onto NJ 31
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 31
Toward NJ 31 South, CR 579 South: Trenton
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto CR 579
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbourton Road
17
Continue on CR 579
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Harbourton-Rocktown Road
18
Continue on CR 579
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Trenton-Harbourton Road
19
Continue on CR 579
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Bear Tavern Road
20
Continue on CR 579; CR 637
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Jacobs Creek Road
21
Continue on CR 579
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Bear Tavern Road
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 295 North: Philadelphia
23
Merge onto I 295
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
I 295
24
Take the exit onto Exit 3
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Exit 3
Exit 3
Toward PA 413, US 1 Business: Levittown, Penndel
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork
174 ft
·
6 sec
Toward PA 413 South, US 1 Business North: Levittown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
26
Turn left onto US 1 Business; PA 413
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Lincoln Highway
Use the straight lane.
27
Turn slight right onto PA 413
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 413
Use the right lane.
28
Turn left onto Bath Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Bath Road
Use the left lane.
29
Continue on Bath Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Bath Road
30
Continue on Bath Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Bath Street
31
At end of road, turn left onto Mill Street
229 ft
·
8 sec
·
Mill Street
Use the left lane.
32
Turn left onto Old US Hwy 13
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Old US Hwy 13
33
Continue on Pond Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Pond Street
34
Turn right
91 ft
·
12 sec
35
Arrive at destination
1 ft
Trip Plan
For this 2.5-hour drive, departing in the morning will likely help you avoid heavier traffic, especially as you approach the Bristol area. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short distance, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $15, and plan your refueling accordingly. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the transition points between Route 31 South BEGIN, US 46, and I-295, as these can be busy interchanges.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 46.6 miles from Mountainhome, PA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.9 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 21 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristol, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mountainhome, 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 Mountainhome, PA
This is one driving day of about 93.3 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Mountainhome, 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 Route 31 South BEGIN for about 26.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.6 mi from Mountainhome, PA · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.6 miles from Mountainhome, 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
$15.47 one way
$30.94 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $16.94 | $33.88 |
| premium | $4.93 | $18.09 | $36.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.60 | $41.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.06 | $5.97 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Evening in Bristol on Friday
Local time
6:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 0 to 15 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
66°F
Chester, NJ
47 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
47 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 30m 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 Mountainhome, PA to Bristol, PA covers 93.3 miles and takes about 2h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 31 South BEGIN, US 46, I 295. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.6 miles from Mountainhome, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.47 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 93.3 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 23.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.9 miles (NJ 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.5 miles (Exit 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Mountainhome, PA and Bristol, PA, road signs point toward Buttzville, Cr 579 South: Trenton and Penndel.
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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