Planning a trip from Reiffton, PA, to Bristol, PA? This 76-mile drive will take you approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on highways, with 92% of the journey utilizing major roadways like the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Morgantown Expressway, and West Shore Bypass. Expect a fuel cost of around $13 for this northeastern Pennsylvania to northeastern Pennsylvania route. The overall feel is a straightforward, highway-focused drive, ideal for getting from point A to point B efficiently without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38 miles from Reiffton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 76 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with a significant 92% of the drive on major expressways. You'll encounter stretches on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Morgantown Expressway, and West Shore Bypass, setting a fast-paced tone for most of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is a substantial 58.7 miles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, be prepared for the potential for traffic, especially when nearing your destination in Bristol.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 58.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Morgantown Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 36th Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 36th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|East 36th Street
Turn right onto East 36th Street
Navigation decision point
6
2.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward I 176 South: Morgantown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 176 South: Morgantown
7
14.4 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 Toll East: Philadelphia
6
73.5 mi into trip|~1h 24m 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
74.5 mi into trip|~1h 26m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pennsylvania Turnpike
58.7 mi
1h 4m
Morgantown Expressway
11.4 mi
12m
West Shore Bypass
1.1 mi
1m
Bristol Pike
0.6 mi
1m
Perkiomen Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
East Neversink Road
0.5 mi
1m
Beaver Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 58.7 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reiffton, PA and Bristol, PA.
1
Start on East 35th Street
71 ft·5 sec·East 35th Street
2
Turn right onto East 36th Street
300 ft·19 sec·East 36th Street
3
Turn left onto US 422 BUS
0.5 mi·1 min·Perkiomen Avenue
4
Turn right onto East Neversink Road
0.5 mi·1 min·East Neversink Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward US 422 West
6
Merge onto US 422
1.1 mi·1 min·West Shore Bypass
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 176 South: MorgantownUse the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on I 176
11 mi·12 min·Morgantown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 76 Toll East: PhiladelphiaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 76; PATP
59 mi·1 hr 4 min·Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 42Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
12
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
360 ft·8 sec·Pennsylvania Turnpike
13
Keep slight right at fork
357 ft·8 sec
Toward US 13 South: BristolUse the right lane.
14
Merge onto US 13
0.6 mi·1 min·Bristol Pike
Use the left lane.
15
Turn slight left onto Beaver Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·Beaver Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Jefferson Avenue
17
Turn right onto Pond Street
0.2 mi·33 sec·Pond Street
18
Turn left
91 ft·12 sec
19
Arrive at destination
1 ft
Trip Plan
Given the short 1.5-hour duration, this trip offers great flexibility. Consider leaving Reiffton early in the morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic, especially as you approach the Philadelphia area. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you can easily make this a direct drive, or pull over at any service area along the Pennsylvania Turnpike as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $13, which is quite manageable for this distance. A practical tip for this highway-heavy route: ensure your vehicle is in good condition, as you'll be covering a significant portion on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
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 38 miles from Reiffton, PA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.7 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38 miles or 45m 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 15m
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 Reiffton, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Reiffton, PA
This is one driving day of about 76 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Reiffton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Pennsylvania Turnpike for about 58.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38 mi from Reiffton, PA
· 45m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Valley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Valley Forge is the place where George Washington and the Continental Army took refuge during the winter of 1777-1778. Today the park protects 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, historic landscapes, a...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 41.9
Park Closure: Sun, Apr 19 - Park Entrance and Tour Roads Temporarily Closed for Rev Run
Park Closure: Admin Parking Lot Closed Fri 4/17 Until Sun 4/19 at Noon for Rev Run Setup
The park represents the founding ideals of the nation, and preserves national and international symbols of freedom and democracy, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The Declaration of I...
Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 52.4
Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 31.5
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by p...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
Free
near mile 2.6
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.8
0
$7.98
$3.65
Efficient EV
19
0
$6.65
$3.04
EV Truck/SUV
30.4
0
$10.64
$4.86
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Reiffton, PA
Late night
in Reiffton on Saturday
Local time
2:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bristol, PA
Late night
in Bristol on Saturday
Local time
2:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
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
1h 30m 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 Reiffton, PA to Bristol, PA covers 76 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Morgantown Expressway, West Shore Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38 miles from Reiffton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.60 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 76 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 36th Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Reiffton, PA to Bristol, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Valley Forge National Historical Park, Independence National Historical Park and Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial. There are 5 parks within detour distance of this route.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
