How far is Adamstown, PA from Bristol, PA?
The driving distance from Adamstown, PA to Bristol, PA is about 77.2 miles (124.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.3 miles (103.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Adamstown and Bristol.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Adamstown and Bristol.
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Start on Willow Street
28 m · 7 sec · Willow Street
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Turn right onto North Reading Road
3172 ft · 1 min · North Reading Road
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Turn right onto Bowmansville Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · Bowmansville Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Reading Road
1333 ft · 28 sec · Reading Road
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Turn left
608 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right
1592 ft · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
67.2 mi · 1 hr 14 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
1.5 km · 2 min
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Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
110 m · 9 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on US 13 South: Bristol
109 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bristol Pike
3039 ft · 1 min · Bristol Pike
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Turn slight left onto Beaver Street
920 ft · 37 sec · Beaver Street
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Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
2752 ft · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn right onto Pond Street
901 ft · 34 sec · Pond Street
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Turn left
28 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Adamstown and Bristol.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
67.2 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Adamstown to Bristol?
The road trip is about 77.2 miles (124.3 km) and usually takes 01h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chesterbrook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.2 miles from Adamstown and 40.1 miles from Bristol.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.3 miles (103.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.15 one way or $22.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Adamstown and Rain Showers near Bristol.
Stop Ideas Near Chesterbrook
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chesterbrook.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Adamstown and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 64.33 mi (103.53 km).
#1 Adamstown
Capital and only settlement on the Pitcairn Islands
| Population | 1,886 |
| Coordinates | 40.2412000, -76.0563300 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bristol
The most populous city in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 53,311 |
| Coordinates | 40.1006700, -74.8518300 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-74.85185, 40.100681)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 124 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $11.15 | $22.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $12.56 | $25.11 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $13.52 | $27.05 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $16.33 | $32.65 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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