Ballymena to Bristol, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

280.7 miles 451.7 km · straight line
442.9 miles actual route 712.7 km · driving distance
10h 34min estimated drive time
£67 - £83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
146° SE bearing direction

How far is Ballymena from Bristol, United Kingdom?

The distance from Ballymena to Bristol, United Kingdom is 280.7 miles (451.7 km) as the crow flies. Bristol, United Kingdom is located SE of Ballymena. By car, the driving distance is approximately 442.9 miles, taking about 10h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ballymena and Bristol, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ballymena to Bristol, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 34min £67 - £83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 41min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~10h 2min $53–$155* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballymena & Bristol, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Ballymena
54.86°N, 6.28°W
Europe/London
49m elevation
Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM