Bristol, United Kingdom to Bury St Edmunds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

151.1 miles 243.1 km · straight line
194.9 miles actual route 313.7 km · driving distance
3h 38min estimated drive time
£30 - £36 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
67° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Bury St Edmunds?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Bury St Edmunds is 151.1 miles (243.1 km) as the crow flies. Bury St Edmunds is located ENE of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 194.9 miles, taking about 3h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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, United Kingdom and Bury St Edmunds. 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, United Kingdom to Bury St Edmunds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 38min £30 - £36 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 22min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 27min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Bury St Edmunds

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 164.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM