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

547.8 miles 881.6 km · straight line
694.4 miles actual route 1117.6 km · driving distance
12h 1min estimated drive time
£105 - £130 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
70° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Hamburg?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Hamburg is 547.8 miles (881.6 km) as the crow flies. Hamburg is located ENE of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 694.4 miles, taking about 12h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Bristol, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Hamburg is in Germany.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bristol, United Kingdom and Hamburg. 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 Hamburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 1min £105 - £130 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 25min $56–$104* Budget
Train ~15h 37min $83–$243* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Hamburg

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 183 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM