How far is Bristol, PA from Duncannon, PA?
The driving distance from Bristol, PA to Duncannon, PA is about 135.3 miles (217.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.3 miles (187.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 22m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 02h 41m.
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.
Borough in eastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bristol and Duncannon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol and Duncannon.
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Start on the route
48 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto Washington Street
154 m · 28 sec · Washington Street
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Turn left onto Wood Street
742 ft · 38 sec · Wood Street
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Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
1 km · 2 min · Jefferson Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Beaver Street
852 ft · 31 sec · Beaver Street
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Turn slight right onto Bristol Pike
1 km · 1 min · Bristol Pike
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Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
3187 ft · 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
2266 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
1.2 mi · 2 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
108.8 mi · 1 hr 58 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 283, PA 283: Harrisburg, Hershey
1340 ft · 2 min
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Continue straight
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 83 North, US 322
1258 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 83 North, US 322 West: Hazleton, State College
1402 ft · 34 sec
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Continue straight
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Continue on I 81 South, US 322 West: Carlisle, State College
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 22 East, PA 230 East, US 22 West, US 322 West: Harrisburg, Lewistown, State College
1437 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 22 West, US 322 West: Lewistown, State College
12 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto Newport Road
2059 ft · 48 sec · Newport Road
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Turn straight onto North Market Street
2173 ft · 1 min · North Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bristol and Duncannon.
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
Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
109 mi · 01h 58m
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.
Sunny leaving Bristol and Chance Rain Showers near Duncannon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bristol to Duncannon?
The road trip is about 135.3 miles (217.7 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?
Terre Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.5 miles from Bristol and 67.7 miles from Duncannon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.3 miles (187.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 1:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.49 one way or $38.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bristol and Chance Rain Showers near Duncannon.
Stop Ideas Near Terre Hill
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 Terre Hill.
Parkesburg
Lancaster station
Coatesville
Downingtown
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bristol and Duncannon. Straight-line distance: 116.33 mi (187.21 km).
#1 Bristol
The most populous city in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 53,311 |
| Coordinates | 40.1006700, -74.8518300 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Duncannon
Borough in southeastern Perry County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,481 |
| Coordinates | 40.3981400, -77.0230300 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
End: Duncannon (-77.02303, 40.39814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $19.49 | $38.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $21.94 | $43.87 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $23.63 | $47.26 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $28.52 | $57.05 |
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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