How far is Bala-Cynwyd, PA from Bristol, PA?
The driving distance from Bala-Cynwyd, PA to Bristol, PA is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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District in Pennsylvania, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bala-Cynwyd and Bristol.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bala-Cynwyd and Bristol.
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Start on Bala Avenue
133 m · 22 sec · Bala Avenue
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Turn right onto Conshohocken State Road
90 m · 16 sec · Conshohocken State Road
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Continue on Conshohocken State Road
2861 ft · 1 min · Conshohocken State Road
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Continue on Conshohocken Avenue
2081 ft · 1 min · Conshohocken Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Belmont Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Belmont Avenue
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Turn left onto Montgomery Drive
2073 ft · 35 sec · Montgomery Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 76 East
852 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Schuylkill Expressway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Schuylkill Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Vine Street Expressway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Vine Street Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Vine Street Expressway
2268 ft · 38 sec · Vine Street Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: New York
594 ft · 15 sec
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Continue straight
2239 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
13.9 mi · 19 min · Delaware Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 132: Street Road
1300 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto Street Road
3064 ft · 1 min · Street Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Road
3.3 mi · 7 min · State Road
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Turn left onto New Rodgers Road
635 ft · 12 sec · New Rodgers Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Old US Hwy 13
137 m · 13 sec · Old US Hwy 13
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Continue on Otter Street
3143 ft · 1 min · Otter Street
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Turn left onto Old US Hwy 13
869 ft · 25 sec · Old US Hwy 13
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Continue on Pond Street
1832 ft · 57 sec · Pond Street
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Turn right
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 Bala-Cynwyd and Bristol.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Delaware Expressway
Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
13.9 mi · 00h 19m
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 Bala-Cynwyd to Bristol?
The road trip is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Richmond is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Bala-Cynwyd and 24.9 miles from Bristol.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.94 one way or $11.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bala-Cynwyd and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 21.21 mi (34.14 km).
#1 Bala-Cynwyd
Situated in southeastern Pennsylvania, this prominent community forms part of Lower Merion Township within Montgomery County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.0076100, -75.2340700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| 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: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $4.40 | $5.94 | $11.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
| Premium | $5.27 | $7.12 | $14.24 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $8.89 | $17.77 |
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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