How far is Bristol, PA from North Charleroi, PA?
The driving distance from Bristol, PA to North Charleroi, PA is about 305.8 miles (492.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 267.1 miles (429.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bristol and North Charleroi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol and North Charleroi.
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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
282 mi · 5 hr 8 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West, US 119, PA Turnpike 66 Toll: Greensburg, Wheeling WV, New Stanton
2253 ft · 55 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West: New Stanton, Washington PA, Wheeling WV, Columbus OH
16.7 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 906: Belle Vernon, Monessen
1298 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Schoonmaker Avenue
137 m · 10 sec · Schoonmaker Avenue
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Continue on Gibsonton Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Gibsonton Road
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Continue on Schoonmaker Avenue
2156 ft · 51 sec · Schoonmaker Avenue
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Turn left onto John K. Tener Memorial Bridge
2037 ft · 42 sec · John K. Tener Memorial Bridge
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lock Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bristol and North Charleroi.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
282 mi · 05h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers leaving Bristol and Partly Sunny near North Charleroi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bristol to North Charleroi?
The road trip is about 305.8 miles (492.1 km) and usually takes 05h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Washington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 152.6 miles from Bristol and 153.2 miles from North Charleroi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 267.1 miles (429.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:26 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.09 one way or $88.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Bristol and Partly Sunny near North Charleroi.
Stop Ideas Near Washington
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 Washington.
Lewistown
Harrisburg Transportation Center
Huntingdon
Middletown
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bristol and North Charleroi. Straight-line distance: 267.08 mi (429.83 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 North Charleroi
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,258 |
| Coordinates | 40.1511800, -79.9075500 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Charleroi (-79.90755, 40.15118)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 492 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 48m |
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 | $4.09 | $44.09 | $88.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $49.62 | $99.25 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $53.45 | $106.91 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $64.52 | $129.05 |
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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