How far is Bristol, PA from Wysox, PA?
The driving distance from Bristol, PA to Wysox, PA is about 180.9 miles (291.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 141.1 miles (227 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 55m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 and county seat of Carbon County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bristol and Wysox.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol and Wysox.
-
1
Start on the route
48 m · 14 sec
-
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
154 m · 28 sec · Washington Street
-
3
Turn left onto Wood Street
742 ft · 38 sec · Wood Street
-
4
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
1 km · 2 min · Jefferson Avenue
-
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto Beaver Street
852 ft · 31 sec · Beaver Street
-
6
Turn slight right onto Bristol Pike
1 km · 1 min · Bristol Pike
-
7
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
3187 ft · 1 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
-
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Philadelphia, Harrisburg
2266 ft · 1 min
-
9
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
1.2 mi · 2 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
22.2 mi · 25 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 476: Chester, Allentown
783 ft · 19 sec
-
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
1642 ft · 40 sec
-
13
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
84.9 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward PA 115: Wilkes-Barre, Bear Creek
1.1 km · 2 min
-
15
Turn left onto Bear Creek Boulevard
4.3 mi · 7 min · Bear Creek Boulevard
-
16
Continue straight
9.8 mi · 17 min
-
17
Take the exit slight right
155 m · 12 sec
-
18
Merge slight left onto Tunkhannock Highway
15.5 mi · 25 min · Tunkhannock Highway
-
19
Continue on Hunter Highway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Hunter Highway
-
20
Continue on Tunkhannock Highway
1363 ft · 55 sec · Tunkhannock Highway
-
21
Turn left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
22
Merge slight left onto Roosevelt Highway
7.2 mi · 11 min · Roosevelt Highway
-
23
Continue on Main Street
1588 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
-
24
Continue on River Street
2625 ft · 46 sec · River Street
-
25
Continue on Roosevelt Highway
7.4 mi · 11 min · Roosevelt Highway
-
26
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
6.9 mi · 10 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
27
Continue on State Street
2421 ft · 1 min · State Street
-
28
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
11.9 mi · 17 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
29
Turn sharp right
47 m · 2 sec
-
30
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bristol and Wysox.
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
84.9 mi · 01h 32m
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.
Sunny leaving Bristol and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Wysox.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bristol to Wysox?
The road trip is about 180.9 miles (291.1 km) and usually takes 03h 55m 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?
Jim Thorpe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.4 miles from Bristol and 90.5 miles from Wysox.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 141.1 miles (227 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.8 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 9:08 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.07 one way or $52.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bristol and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Wysox.
Stop Ideas Near Jim Thorpe
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 Jim Thorpe.
White Haven, PA
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Scranton, PA
Paoli
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bristol and Wysox. Straight-line distance: 141.06 mi (227.02 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 Wysox
Township in Bradford County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,636 |
| Coordinates | 41.7745200, -76.3993800 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wysox (-76.39938, 41.77452)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 291 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $26.07 | $52.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $29.34 | $58.68 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $31.61 | $63.21 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $38.15 | $76.30 |
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 · May 13, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.