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

120.8 miles 194.4 km · straight line
158 miles actual route 254.2 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
£24 - £29 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
354° N bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Chester?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Chester is 120.8 miles (194.4 km) as the crow flies. Chester is located N of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 158 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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. 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 Chester. 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 Chester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min £24 - £29 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 48min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Chester

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Chester
53.19°N, 2.89°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 206.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM