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

151.7 miles 244.1 km · straight line
181.5 miles actual route 292.1 km · driving distance
3h 27min estimated drive time
£28 - £34 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
360° N bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Chorley?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Chorley is 151.7 miles (244.1 km) as the crow flies. Chorley is located N of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 181.5 miles, taking about 3h 27min. 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. 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 Chorley. 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 Chorley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 27min £28 - £34 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 8min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 17min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Chorley

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Chorley
53.65°N, 2.62°W
Europe/London
105m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 164.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM