How far is Bristol, PA from Emerald Lakes, PA?
The driving distance from Bristol, PA to Emerald Lakes, PA is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.4 miles (119.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 36m 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
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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 18m.
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 Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bristol and Emerald Lakes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol and Emerald Lakes.
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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
22.2 mi · 25 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
783 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
1642 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
66.5 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 903: Jim Thorpe, Lake Harmony
1728 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on PA 903 North: Lake Harmony
72 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right
7.1 mi · 11 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Long Pond Road
4 mi · 9 min · Long Pond Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Long Pond Road
3.8 mi · 8 min · Long Pond Road
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Turn right onto Emerald Boulevard
129 m · 24 sec · Emerald Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Clearview Drive
23 m · 3 sec · Clearview Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Clearview Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bristol and Emerald Lakes.
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 Northeast Extension
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
66.5 mi · 01h 12m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bristol and Mostly Sunny then Chance Light Rain near Emerald Lakes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bristol to Emerald Lakes?
The road trip is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Emmaus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.9 miles from Bristol and 54.9 miles from Emerald Lakes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.4 miles (119.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.4 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 1:54 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.97 one way or $33.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bristol and Mostly Sunny then Chance Light Rain near Emerald Lakes.
Stop Ideas Near Emmaus
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 Emmaus.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bristol and Emerald Lakes. Straight-line distance: 74.47 mi (119.84 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 Emerald Lakes
Located within Monroe County in northeastern Pennsylvania, this census-designated place and private residential community sits at an elevation of approximately 2,011 feet above sea level.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.0884200, -75.4196300 |
| Altitude | 613 |
| Country | United States |
End: Emerald Lakes (-75.41963, 41.08842)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $4.39 | $16.97 | $33.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.81 | $18.63 | $37.25 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $20.35 | $40.70 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $25.44 | $50.88 |
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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