How far is West Leechburg, PA from Bristol, PA?
The driving distance from West Leechburg, PA to Bristol, PA is about 317.1 miles (510.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 253.2 miles (407.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 12m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 06m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Leechburg and Bristol.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Leechburg and Bristol.
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Start on South Gosser Hill Road
1124 ft · 31 sec · South Gosser Hill Road
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Turn straight onto South Leechburg Hill Road
2186 ft · 60 sec · South Leechburg Hill Road
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Turn left
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Towne Center Drive
137 m · 15 sec · Towne Center Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
13 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
3.5 mi · 6 min
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Continue on State Route 66
12.1 mi · 20 min · State Route 66
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Continue on Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
12.2 mi · 13 min · Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70, I 76, PATP: New Stanton
1360 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: New Stanton
1490 ft · 31 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East, I 76, PATP: Harrisburg, Pittsburgh
1238 ft · 37 sec
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Continue straight
903 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 East, I 76 East: Harrisburg
2088 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
283.2 mi · 5 hr 10 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 West Leechburg and Bristol.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
283 mi · 05h 10m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving West Leechburg 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 West Leechburg to Bristol?
The road trip is about 317.1 miles (510.3 km) and usually takes 05h 06m 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?
Lurgan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 158.4 miles from West Leechburg and 158.7 miles from Bristol.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 253.2 miles (407.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.9 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 6:48 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.72 one way or $91.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around West Leechburg and Rain Showers near Bristol.
Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Leechburg and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 253.2 mi (407.48 km).
#1 West Leechburg
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,211 |
| Coordinates | 40.6222900, -79.6128200 |
| Altitude | 303 |
| 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: 510 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 57m |
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 | $45.72 | $91.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $51.46 | $102.93 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $55.44 | $110.87 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $66.92 | $133.83 |
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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