How far is Bristol, PA from Aston, PA?

The driving distance from Bristol, PA to Aston, PA is about 43.1 miles (69.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 35.2 miles (56.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
43.09 mi
01h 05m
Flight
35.24 mi
56.71 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
35.24 mi
Kilometers
56.71 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
43.09 mi
Kilometers
69.35 km
Drive Time
01h 05m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Aston
Tue, Apr 14, 12:23 PM EDT
Return by in Bristol
Tue, Apr 14, 1:29 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bristol
2026-04-14T11:17
Arrive Aston
Tue, Apr 14, 12:23 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bristol
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Wharton
PA

City in Pennsylvania, United States of America

From Bristol
21.5 mi
00h 32m
To Aston
21.6 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SW
Destination
84°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bristol and Aston.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bristol and Aston.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    48 m · 14 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Washington Street

    1108 ft · 51 sec · Washington Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Radcliffe Street

    2160 ft · 46 sec · Radcliffe Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Market Street

    1180 ft · 28 sec · Market Street

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Old US Hwy 13

    104 m · 9 sec · Old US Hwy 13

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Mill Street

    70 m · 5 sec · Mill Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Otter Street

    2914 ft · 60 sec · Otter Street

  8. 8

    Continue on Old US Hwy 13

    137 m · 18 sec · Old US Hwy 13

  9. 9

    Turn left onto New Rodgers Road

    158 m · 7 sec · New Rodgers Road

  10. 10

    Turn right onto State Road

    3.3 mi · 7 min · State Road

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Street Road

    1 km · 1 min · Street Road

  12. 12

    Turn left onto I 95 South: Central Philadelphia

    1087 ft · 27 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway

    33.2 mi · 45 min · Delaware Expressway

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on US 322 West: West Chester

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward PA 452 North

    703 ft · 20 sec

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Market Street

    2117 ft · 48 sec · Market Street

  17. 17

    Continue on Pennell Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Pennell Road

  18. 18

    Turn slight left onto Concord Road

    1.5 km · 3 min · Concord Road

  19. 19

    Keep slight right to continue on Aston Mills Road

    1148 ft · 23 sec · Aston Mills Road

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Aston Mills Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bristol and Aston.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
46.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Delaware Expressway
33.2 mi · 77%
State Road
3.31 mi · 8%
Pennell Road
1.14 mi · 3%
US 322 West
1.14 mi · 3%
Concord Road
0.95 mi · 2%
Street Road
0.64 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Delaware Expressway

Merge slight left onto Delaware Expressway

33.2 mi · 00h 45m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 05m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.9 mi
35.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wharton
00h 32m from Bristol
Leave By
4:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Bristol and Mostly Sunny near Aston.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bristol to Aston?

The road trip is about 43.1 miles (69.3 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?

Wharton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.5 miles from Bristol and 21.6 miles from Aston.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 35.2 miles (56.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 4:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.21 one way or $12.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bristol and Mostly Sunny near Aston.

Stop Ideas Near Wharton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Wharton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Coffee break 1.4 mi away

Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop

Philadelphia , PA
1 S Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.2/5 163 reviews Coffee shop,Bar,Cafe
Dilworth Park
Scenic stop 1.5 mi away

Dilworth Park

Philadelphia , PA
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, United States
Rating 4.5/5 7,605 reviews Tourist attraction,Event venue,Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
Meeting point 1.6 mi away

Philadelphia Marriage License

Philadelphia , PA
415 City Hall, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.3/5 45 reviews City government office,Marriage license bureau
City Hall
Nearby stop 1.5 mi away

City Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States
Rating 4.3/5 106 reviews Subway station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wharton.

RAIL

30th Street Station

4 mi away
2955 Market St.
RAIL

North Philadelphia station

8 mi away
2900 North Broad St.
OTHER

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

10 mi away
Cornell Ave. & West Marlton Pike
BUS

Pennsauken, NJ

10 mi away
215 Derousse Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bristol and Aston. Straight-line distance: 35.24 mi (56.71 km).

Bristol

#1 Bristol

The most populous city in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

Population53,311
Coordinates40.1006700, -74.8518300
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Aston

#2 Aston

Township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania

Population16,754
Coordinates39.8742800, -75.4482500
Altitude73
CountryUnited States
Start: Bristol (-74.85183, 40.10067)
End: Aston (-75.44825, 39.87428)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 69 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.52 gal
5.76 L · about $6.21
Round trip
$12.42
3.04 gal · 11.52 L
Estimated CO2
13.5 kg one way
Round trip: 27 kg / 60 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $6.21 $12.42
Mid-grade $4.60 $6.99 $13.98
Premium $4.95 $7.53 $15.06
Diesel $5.98 $9.09 $18.18

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 14, 2026

There is no time difference between Bristol and Aston. The current time is 11:17:45.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.