Bristol, Connecticut to Watertown, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

218.7 miles 352 km · straight line
273.4 miles estimated 440 km · driving distance
5h 30min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
318° NW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Connecticut from Watertown, New York?

The distance from Bristol, Connecticut to Watertown, New York is 218.7 miles (352 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, New York is located NW of Bristol, Connecticut. By car, the driving distance is approximately 273.4 miles, taking about 5h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Connecticut in Connecticut and Watertown, New York in New York.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bristol, Connecticut and Watertown, New York. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Watertown, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 30min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 36min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Connecticut & Watertown, New York

Quick Facts

Bristol, Connecticut
41.67°N, 72.95°W
America/New_York
93m elevation
Watertown, New York
43.97°N, 75.91°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients