Trip from Palmer, PA to Bristol, PA

Drive Time

6h 11m

Distance

313.3 mi

504 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

5h 59m ★

6 AM

6h 11m

8 AM

6h 37m

10 AM

6h 20m

12 PM

6h 18m

3 PM

6h 22m

5 PM

6h 36m

8 PM

6h 4m

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

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Palmer, PA

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Bristol, PA

Jay Brand

Trip Overview

Traveling from Palmer to Bristol covers 313.3 miles of Pennsylvania landscape, typically requiring about 6 hours and 11 minutes of driving time. Since the route stays entirely within the Northeast region of the state, it is manageable as a single-day trip if you are comfortable with a full day behind the wheel. You should budget approximately $52 for fuel to cover the distance. The journey utilizes a mix of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 119, and Pleasant Valley Road. Because the drive is straightforward, you can easily complete it in one day without needing an overnight stay, though planning for at least one stop will help keep you alert.

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

156.6 miles from Palmer, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of your travel occurring on high-speed roads. You will settle into a long, consistent rhythm during the 267.6-mile stretch on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which makes up the vast majority of your journey. While the transition onto US 119 and Pleasant Valley Road breaks up the monotony, the overall experience remains one of efficient, high-speed transit. Expect a predictable, steady drive that favors speed and directness over winding scenic detours. Being prepared for long, uninterrupted periods on the turnpike is key to maintaining a smooth pace from start to finish.

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

There are about 32 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 267.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and US 119. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13 miles in near US 40 / National Pike.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 313.3 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 13 miles (US 40 / National Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

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

13 mi into trip | ~28m in | US 40 / National Pike

Turn right onto US 40 / National Pike

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

13.6 mi into trip | ~30m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

42.9 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Take the ramp toward PATP, I 70, I 76

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward PATP, I 70, I 76

310.7 mi into trip | ~6h 5m 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

311.8 mi into trip | ~6h 7m 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

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Palmer, PA to Bristol, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

Patp

42.9 mi in | ~1h 11m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike	267.6 mi	4h 53m
US 119	15 mi	17m
Pleasant Valley Road	7.9 mi	13m
New Salem Road	7.7 mi	13m
PA 31	6 mi	9m
Thompson 1 Road	1.4 mi	2m
Palmer Adah Road	1.2 mi	4m
Ralph Road	0.9 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Pennsylvania Turnpike — 267.6 mi, about 4h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Palmer, PA and Bristol, PA.

Start on Tank Hill Road

157 ft · 9 sec · Tank Hill Road

Turn right onto Palmer Road

0.5 mi · 2 min · Palmer Road

Continue on Sr3013

523 ft · 23 sec · Sr3013

Continue on Palmer Adah Road

1.2 mi · 4 min · Palmer Adah Road

Turn right onto Ralph Road

0.9 mi · 3 min · Ralph Road

Turn left onto PA 166

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Hartley Hill Road

Continue on PA 166

1.4 mi · 2 min · Thompson 1 Road

Continue on PA 166

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Tower Hill Road

Turn slight right onto New Salem Road

2.7 mi · 4 min · New Salem Road

Continue on Front Street

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Front Street

Continue on West Main Street

0.4 mi · 43 sec · West Main Street

Continue on New Salem Road

4.9 mi · 8 min · New Salem Road

Turn right onto US 40

0.6 mi · 1 min · National Pike

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Use the left lane.

Merge onto US 119

15 mi · 17 min · US 119

Take the exit

244 ft · 6 sec

Turn straight onto PA 982

7.9 mi · 13 min · Pleasant Valley Road

Turn right onto PA 31

6.0 mi · 9 min · PA 31

Turn slight left

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Turn left

28 ft · 3 sec

Take the ramp

493 ft · 12 sec

Toward PATP, I 70, I 76

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Merge onto I 70; I 76; PATP

267 mi · 4 hr 52 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min

Exit 42 Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol

Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike

360 ft · 8 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike

Keep slight right at fork

357 ft · 8 sec

Toward US 13 South: Bristol Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 13

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bristol Pike

Use the left lane.

Turn slight left onto Beaver Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Beaver Street

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue

Turn right onto Pond Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Pond Street

Turn left

91 ft · 12 sec

Arrive at destination

1 ft

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 313.3-mile trek, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion on the busier highway segments. Since you only need to plan for one major stop, choose a location along the Pennsylvania Turnpike that allows you to refuel and stretch your legs without adding unnecessary time to your 6-hour and 11-minute estimate. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the long, 267.6-mile stretch on the turnpike limits your immediate access to off-road service stations. Flexibility is a major advantage on this route, so don't hesitate to pull over if you feel fatigue setting in during the longer segments. Always monitor real-time traffic updates for the Turnpike, as construction or accidents can significantly impact your travel time.

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 156.6 miles from Palmer, PA, or about 3h 16m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 267.6 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 80 miles or 1h 52m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 156.6 miles or 3h 16m 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 6m

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 Palmer, 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 Palmer, PA

This is one driving day of about 313.3 miles and 6h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Palmer, 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 267.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 156.6 mi from Palmer, PA · 3h 16m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cuba, NY

157 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

Washington, DC

Fuel and coffee

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

Corning, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 156.6 miles from Palmer, 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 267.6 miles.

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.

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

$51.84 one way

$103.69 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 110 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$56.73	$113.45
premium	$4.92	$60.71	$121.42
diesel	$5.64	$69.60	$139.21

Estimated Tolls: $34.78

Pennsylvania Turnpike (267.6 mi) $34.78

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

$52

Tolls

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$112–$137

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 109.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	94	1	$32.90	$15.04
Efficient EV	78.3	0	$27.41	$12.53
EV Truck/SUV	125.3	1	$43.86	$20.05

Gas CO2

110 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Palmer, PA

Evening in Palmer on Sunday

Local time

6:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bristol, PA

Evening in Bristol on Sunday

Local time

6:09 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

51°F

Cuba, NY

157 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

2 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

6h 11m 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 Palmer, PA to Bristol, PA covers 313.3 miles and takes about 6h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, US 119, Pleasant Valley 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 156.6 miles from Palmer, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.84 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.

On the drive from Palmer, PA to Bristol, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.

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Trip from Palmer, PA to Bristol, PA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Bristol, PA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Palmer, PA

Bristol, PA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 11m on the road

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