How far is Williamsport, PA from Bristol, PA?
Fastest route
The route from Williamsport, Pennsylvania, USA to Bristol, Pennsylvania 19007, USA is approximately 186 miles and takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes via I-80 E and I-476 S. This route includes tolls.
Directions
To get to Bristol, Pennsylvania 19007, USA from Williamsport, Pennsylvania, USA, follow these directions:
- Start by getting on I-80 E in New Columbia.
- Head south on Market St toward W 3rd St.
- Continue onto US-15 S/Montgomery Pike.
- Merge onto I-80 E via the ramp to Bloomsburg.
- Follow I-80 E, I-476 S, and I-276 E to US-13 S/Bristol Pike in Bristol Township. Take exit 42 from I-95 N.
- Take exit 277 toward PA-940/I-476/Allentown/Wilkes-Barre/Pennsylvania Tpke (Toll road).
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-476 S/Allentown, and merge onto I-476 S (Toll road).
- Take the exit onto I-276 E (Toll road).
- Continue onto Pennsylvania Tpke (Pennsylvania Tpke turns slightly right and becomes I-95 N/Pennsylvania Tpke) (Toll road).
- Take exit 42 for US-13 toward Levittown/Bristol (Toll road).
- Continue on US-13 S/Bristol Pike to your destination in Bristol.
- Turn right onto US-13 S/Bristol Pike.
- Turn left onto Beaver St/Beaver Dam Rd.
- Continue to follow Beaver St. Bristol, Pennsylvania 19007, USA will be your destination.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to plan for tolls along the route.
- ⛽ Consider refueling before starting your journey.
- 🚧 Check for any potential road closures or construction updates.
- 📱 Use a GPS navigation system or map app to stay on track.
- 🕑 Leave with enough time to account for possible traffic conditions.
- 🛣️ Follow the highway signs to ensure you don't miss any exits or turns.
- 📍 Be aware of your surroundings and pay attention to the street names and landmarks.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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 03h 15m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Williamsport and Bristol.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamsport and Bristol.
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Start on Market Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Market Street
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Turn slight left onto Montgomery Pike
1.3 mi · 2 min · Montgomery Pike
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Continue on US Highway 15
11.7 mi · 17 min · US Highway 15
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Continue on Westbranch Highway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Westbranch Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Bloomsburg
1864 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight left
2393 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
65.7 mi · 1 hr 13 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 940, PATP, I 476: Wilkes-Barre, Allentown
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
1217 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 476 South: Allentown
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.6 mi · 1 hr 21 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 Williamsport 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.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
74.6 mi · 01h 21m
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 then Mostly Cloudy leaving Williamsport 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 Williamsport to Bristol?
The road trip is about 178.1 miles (286.6 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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 92.8 miles from Williamsport and 85.3 miles from Bristol.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.4 miles (221.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.7 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 10:28 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.66 one way or $51.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Williamsport and Rain Showers near Bristol.
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.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Williamsport and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 137.45 mi (221.21 km).
#1 Williamsport
County seat of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 28,156 |
| Coordinates | 41.2411900, -77.0010800 |
| Altitude | 158 |
| 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: 287 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $25.66 | $51.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $28.88 | $57.76 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $31.11 | $62.22 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $37.55 | $75.11 |
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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