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

1203.4 miles 1936.7 km · straight line
1861.1 miles actual route 2995.2 km · driving distance
37h 26min estimated drive time
£282 - £347 estimated fuel cost
~2h 55min flight time
134° SE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Palermo?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Palermo is 1203.4 miles (1936.7 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located SE of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1861.1 miles, taking about 37h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 55min. Bristol, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Palermo is in Italy.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 37h 26min £282 - £347 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~44h 55min $149–$279* Budget
Train ~48h 40min $223–$651* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Palermo

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Palermo
38.12°N, 13.36°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 401 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 100 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM