Origin
Upper Saint Clair, PA
Morning in Upper Saint Clair on Wednesday
Local time
6:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Upper Saint Clair, PA to Bristol, PA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
6h 17m
Distance
320.3 mi
515 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 5m
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6 AM
6h 17m
8 AM
6h 42m
10 AM
6h 26m
12 PM
6h 24m
3 PM
6h 27m
5 PM
6h 41m
8 PM
6h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Upper Saint Clair, PA
Michael Taccetta
Bristol, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Upper Saint Clair, PA to Bristol, PA covers 320.3 miles and takes about 6h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Way, Lebanon Church Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 290.8 miles on Pennsylvania Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
160.1 miles from Upper Saint Clair, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 6h 17m highway drive covering 320.3 miles, with most of the trip on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lincoln Way. The longest continuous stretch is about 290.8 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 33 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 290.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pennsylvania Turnpike and Lincoln Way. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Orange Belt / McLaughlin Run Road.
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 320.3 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 0.8 miles (Orange Belt / McLaughlin Run Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Bethel Church Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Orange Belt / McLaughlin Run Road
Turn right onto Orange Belt / McLaughlin Run Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Bethel Church Road
Turn left onto Bethel Church Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
13.7 mi into trip
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~28m in
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Yellow Belt
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
26.6 mi into trip
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~52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
8
318.7 mi into trip
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~6h 13m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Upper Saint Clair, PA to Bristol, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
Patp
26.3 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Turnpike | 290.8 mi | 5h 17m |
| Lincoln Way | 6.2 mi | 11m |
| Lebanon Church Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Lincoln Highway | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Bethel Church Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Broughton Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Yellow Belt | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Curry Hollow Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Pennsylvania Turnpike
— 290.8 mi, about 5h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Saint Clair, PA and Bristol, PA.
1
Start on Swanson Lane
170 ft
·
9 sec
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Swanson Lane
2
Turn right onto Mill Grove Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Mill Grove Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Morrow Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Morrow Road
4
Turn right onto Orange Belt
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
McLaughlin Run Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Bethel Church Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Bethel Church Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn slight right
176 ft
·
4 sec
7
Continue on Bethel Church Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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Bethel Church Road
8
Continue on Yellow Belt
2.4 mi
·
5 min
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Broughton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
At end of road, turn left onto Yellow Belt
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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Brownsville Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on Yellow Belt
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Curry Hollow Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on Yellow Belt
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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Lebanon Church Road
12
Keep slight right at fork onto Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lebanon Church Road
13
Turn slight right onto Yellow Belt
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pittsburgh McKeesport Boulevard
14
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Richland Avenue
15
Continue on Yellow Belt
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Yellow Belt
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Yellow Belt
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on PA 148; Yellow Belt
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Lincoln Way
5.9 mi
·
10 min
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Lincoln Way
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on Lincoln Way
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Lincoln Way
20
Turn slight right onto US 30
3.3 mi
·
6 min
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Lincoln Highway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward PATP, I 76
22
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
this road
Toward PATP, I 76
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 76 East: Harrisburg
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto I 76; PATP
291 mi
·
5 hr 17 min
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 42
Toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
26
Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
360 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pennsylvania Turnpike
27
Keep slight right at fork
357 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 13 South: Bristol
Use the right lane.
28
Merge onto US 13
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bristol Pike
Use the left lane.
29
Turn slight left onto Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Beaver Street
Use the left lane.
30
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Avenue
31
Turn right onto Pond Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Pond Street
32
Turn left
91 ft
·
12 sec
33
Arrive at destination
1 ft
Trip Plan
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 160.1 miles from Upper Saint Clair, PA, or about 3h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 290.8 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 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.1 miles or 3h 18m 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 10m
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 Upper Saint Clair, 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 Upper Saint Clair, PA
This is one driving day of about 320.3 miles and 6h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Upper Saint Clair, 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 290.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.1 mi from Upper Saint Clair, PA · 3h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 160.1 miles from Upper Saint Clair, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pennsylvania Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 290.8 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
$53.10 one way
$106.20 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $58.16 | $116.32 |
| premium | $4.93 | $62.12 | $124.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $70.72 | $141.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $37.81
Pennsylvania Turnpike
(290.8 mi)
$37.81
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
$53
Tolls
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$116–$141
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.1 | 1 | $33.63 | $15.37 |
| Efficient EV | 80.1 | 0 | $28.03 | $12.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.1 | 1 | $44.84 | $20.50 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Bristol, PA
Morning in Bristol on Wednesday
Local time
6:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 0 to 15 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
57°F
Cuba, NY
160 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
26 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 17m 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 Upper Saint Clair, PA to Bristol, PA covers 320.3 miles and takes about 6h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pennsylvania Turnpike, Lincoln Way, Lebanon Church 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 160.1 miles from Upper Saint Clair, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.10 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 320.3 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 0.8 miles (Orange Belt / McLaughlin Run Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Bethel Church Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (Yellow Belt): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Upper Saint Clair, PA to Bristol, PA, road signs begin pointing toward Patp along the way.
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