How far is South Coatesville, PA from Bristol, PA?

The driving distance from South Coatesville, PA to Bristol, PA is about 61.3 miles (98.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
61.29 mi
01h 07m
Flight
51.95 mi
83.61 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
51.95 mi
Kilometers
83.61 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
61.29 mi
Kilometers
98.63 km
Drive Time
01h 07m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bristol
Sun, Apr 19, 12:18 PM EDT
Return by in South Coatesville
Sun, Apr 19, 1:25 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave South Coatesville
2026-04-19T11:10
Arrive Bristol
Sun, Apr 19, 12:18 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:08 AM to 11:08 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:14 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in South Coatesville
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
King of Prussia
PA

Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

From South Coatesville
30.9 mi
00h 33m
To Bristol
30.4 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Sunday

Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph N
Destination
58°F
Sunday

Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between South Coatesville and Bristol.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Coatesville and Bristol.

  1. 1

    Start on South 1st Avenue

    2.2 mi · 3 min · South 1st Avenue

  2. 2

    Take the ramp slight right toward US 30 East

    781 ft · 21 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left onto Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

    6.9 mi · 9 min · Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward PA 113 North: Lionville

    1931 ft · 47 sec

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto West Uwchlan Avenue

    3.4 mi · 6 min · West Uwchlan Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Pottstown Pike

    1.3 km · 1 min · Pottstown Pike

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward PATP

    1875 ft · 46 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on I 76 East: Valley Forge, New Jersey

    1334 ft · 17 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike

    45 mi · 50 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 13: Levittown, Bristol

    1.5 km · 2 min

  11. 11

    Continue on Pennsylvania Turnpike

    110 m · 9 sec · Pennsylvania Turnpike

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on US 13 South: Bristol

    109 m · 9 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Bristol Pike

    3039 ft · 1 min · Bristol Pike

  14. 14

    Turn slight left onto Beaver Street

    920 ft · 37 sec · Beaver Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue

    2752 ft · 1 min · Jefferson Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Pond Street

    901 ft · 34 sec · Pond Street

  17. 17

    Turn left

    28 m · 12 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between South Coatesville and Bristol.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
29.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Pennsylvania Turnpike
45.1 mi · 74%
Coatesville-Downingtown Bypass
6.89 mi · 11%
West Uwchlan Avenue
3.37 mi · 5%
South 1st Avenue
2.17 mi · 4%
US 13
0.95 mi · 2%
Pottstown Pike
0.79 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Pennsylvania Turnpike

Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike

45 mi · 00h 50m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.4 mi
51.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
King of Prussia
00h 33m from South Coatesville
Leave By
4:14 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers leaving South Coatesville and Rain Showers near Bristol.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from South Coatesville to Bristol?

The road trip is about 61.3 miles (98.6 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?

King of Prussia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.9 miles from South Coatesville and 30.4 miles from Bristol.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.83 one way or $17.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around South Coatesville and Rain Showers near Bristol.

Stop Ideas Near King of Prussia

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around King of Prussia and the surrounding midpoint area.
Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop
Coffee break 14.2 mi away

Bluestone Lane City Hall Coffee Shop

Philadelphia , PA
1 S Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.2/5 163 reviews Coffee shop,Bar,Cafe
Dilworth Park
Scenic stop 14 mi away

Dilworth Park

Philadelphia , PA
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, United States
Rating 4.5/5 7,605 reviews Tourist attraction,Event venue,Park
Philadelphia Marriage License
Meeting point 14 mi away

Philadelphia Marriage License

Philadelphia , PA
415 City Hall, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Rating 4.3/5 45 reviews City government office,Marriage license bureau
City Hall
Nearby stop 14.1 mi away

City Hall

Philadelphia , PA
Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States
Rating 4.3/5 106 reviews Subway station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to King of Prussia.

RAIL

Paoli

9 mi away
13 Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

Ardmore

13 mi away
Station Road and Lancaster Ave.
RAIL

Exton

21 mi away
425 Walkertown Road
RAIL

North Philadelphia station

23 mi away
2900 North Broad St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between South Coatesville and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 51.95 mi (83.61 km).

South Coatesville

#1 South Coatesville

Borough of Pennsylvania

Population1,499
Coordinates39.9742700, -75.8199500
Altitude114
CountryUnited States
Bristol

#2 Bristol

The most populous city in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

Population53,311
Coordinates40.1006700, -74.8518300
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: South 1st Avenue (-75.819837, 39.974327)
End: (-74.85185, 40.100681)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 99 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 02m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 01m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 45m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.16 gal
8.19 L · about $8.83
Round trip
$17.65
4.32 gal · 16.38 L
Estimated CO2
19.2 kg one way
Round trip: 38.4 kg / 85 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $8.83 $17.65
Mid-grade $4.60 $9.93 $19.87
Premium $4.95 $10.70 $21.40
Diesel $5.98 $12.92 $25.83

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 · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between South Coatesville and Bristol. The current time is 11:10:45.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.