Bristol, Connecticut to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bristol, Connecticut from Nashville?

The distance from Bristol, Connecticut to Nashville is 833.9 miles (1342.1 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located WSW of Bristol, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 989.1 miles, taking about 18h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 11min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Connecticut in Connecticut and Nashville in Tennessee.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bristol, Connecticut and Nashville. 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.