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

102.3 miles 164.6 km · straight line
116.7 miles actual route 187.8 km · driving distance
2h 21min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Leicester?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Leicester is 102.3 miles (164.6 km) as the crow flies. Leicester is located NE of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 116.7 miles, taking about 2h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Leicester. 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 Leicester

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 21min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 49min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 14min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Leicester

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 243.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM