How far is Bridgewater, PA from Bristol, PA?
The driving distance from Bridgewater, PA to Bristol, PA is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bridgewater and Bristol.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgewater and Bristol.
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Start on Bridgewater Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Bridgewater Road
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Continue on 6th Street
3108 ft · 2 min · 6th Street
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Turn left onto Upland Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Upland Avenue
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Continue on West 14th Street
981 ft · 24 sec · West 14th Street
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Turn right onto Edgmont Avenue
650 ft · 22 sec · Edgmont Avenue
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Turn left onto East 12th Street
1815 ft · 57 sec · East 12th Street
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
16 m · 3 sec · Chestnut Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 476 North: Plymouth Meeting
1261 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
30.1 mi · 42 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 Bridgewater 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.
Delaware Expressway
Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway
30.1 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Rain Likely leaving Bridgewater and Rain Showers near Bristol.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bridgewater to Bristol?
The road trip is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Center City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Bridgewater and 20.1 miles from Bristol.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:44 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.12 one way or $12.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Likely around Bridgewater and Rain Showers near Bristol.
Stop Ideas Near Center City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Dilworth Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Center City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bridgewater and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 33.2 mi (53.43 km).
#1 Bridgewater
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 817 |
| Coordinates | 39.8645600, -75.3979700 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| 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: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $6.12 | $12.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $6.70 | $13.41 |
| Premium | $5.27 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
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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