Bristol, Connecticut to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

165.9 miles 267 km · straight line
194.6 miles actual route 313.1 km · driving distance
4h 15min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Connecticut from Philadelphia?

The distance from Bristol, Connecticut to Philadelphia is 165.9 miles (267 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SW of Bristol, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 194.6 miles, taking about 4h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Connecticut in Connecticut and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Bristol, Connecticut and Philadelphia. 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 Bristol, Connecticut to Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 15min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 6min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~4h 2min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Connecticut & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Bristol, Connecticut
41.67°N, 72.95°W
America/New_York
93m elevation
Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 150.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM