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

105.9 miles 170.5 km · straight line
118.1 miles actual route 190 km · driving distance
2h 26min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
87° E bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to London, United Kingdom is 105.9 miles (170.5 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located E of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 118.1 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 London, United Kingdom. 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 London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 26min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 55min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 19min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 235 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM