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

11.1 miles 17.8 km · straight line
12.8 miles actual route 20.6 km · driving distance
28min estimated drive time
£2 - £2 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bath from Bristol, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bath to Bristol, United Kingdom is 11.1 miles (17.8 km) as the crow flies. Bristol, United Kingdom is located WNW of Bath. By car, the driving distance is approximately 12.8 miles, taking about 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bath 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 Bath to Bristol, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28min £2 - £2 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Bath
51.38°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
18m 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 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM