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

312.2 miles 502.4 km · straight line
371.6 miles actual route 598.1 km · driving distance
6h 45min estimated drive time
£56 - £69 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Glasgow?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Glasgow is 312.2 miles (502.4 km) as the crow flies. Glasgow is located NNW of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 371.6 miles, taking about 6h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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, United Kingdom and Glasgow. 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 Glasgow

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 45min £56 - £69 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 6min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~6h 25min $45–$130* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Glasgow

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Glasgow
55.86°N, 4.25°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 104 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 79.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM