How far is Fredericksburg, PA from Bristol, PA?
The driving distance from Fredericksburg, PA to Bristol, PA is about 111.2 miles (178.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.4 miles (139.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
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 01h 54m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fredericksburg and Bristol.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fredericksburg and Bristol.
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Start on East Main Street
2255 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto William Penn Highway
1.9 mi · 3 min · William Penn Highway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 78 East, US 22 East: Allentown
1769 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto 78th Division Highway
1426 ft · 19 sec · 78th Division Highway
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Continue on William Penn Highway
42.8 mi · 51 min · William Penn Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Lehigh Valley Thruway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Lehigh Valley Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward PATP, I 476: Philadelphia, Scranton
2404 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 476 South: Philadelphia
1895 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
36.9 mi · 40 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward I 276 East: New Jersey
1651 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
23.5 mi · 27 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol
1.5 km · 2 min
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Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike
110 m · 9 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on US 13 South: Bristol
109 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bristol Pike
3039 ft · 1 min · Bristol Pike
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Turn slight left onto Beaver Street
920 ft · 37 sec · Beaver Street
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Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
2752 ft · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn right onto Pond Street
901 ft · 34 sec · Pond Street
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Turn left
28 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fredericksburg and Bristol.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
William Penn Highway
Continue on William Penn Highway
42.8 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Fredericksburg and Mostly Sunny near Bristol.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fredericksburg to Bristol?
The road trip is about 111.2 miles (178.9 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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 55.5 miles from Fredericksburg and 55.7 miles from Bristol.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.4 miles (139.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:42 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.19 one way or $34.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Fredericksburg and Mostly Sunny near Bristol.
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.
Paoli
Exton
Downingtown
White Haven, PA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fredericksburg and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 86.42 mi (139.08 km).
#1 Fredericksburg
Situated within Lebanon County in south-central Pennsylvania, this census-designated place rests at an approximate elevation of 476 feet above sea level.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.4437000, -76.4282900 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bristol
The most populous city in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 53,311 |
| Coordinates | 40.1006700, -74.8518300 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-74.85185, 40.100681)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 179 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $17.19 | $34.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.81 | $18.87 | $37.73 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $20.62 | $41.23 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $25.77 | $51.53 |
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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