Bristol, United Kingdom to Valencia, Spain: Road Trip Guide & Distance

834.9 miles 1343.6 km · straight line
1119.3 miles actual route 1801.3 km · driving distance
24h 21min estimated drive time
£170 - £209 estimated fuel cost
~2h 11min flight time
172° S bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Valencia, Spain?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Valencia, Spain is 834.9 miles (1343.6 km) as the crow flies. Valencia, Spain is located S of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1119.3 miles, taking about 24h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 11min. Bristol, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Valencia, Spain is in Spain.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Valencia, Spain. 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 Valencia, Spain

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 21min £170 - £209 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 13min $90–$168* Budget
Train ~31h 39min $134–$392* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Valencia, Spain

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Valencia, Spain
39.47°N, 0.38°W
Europe/Madrid
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 278 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 70 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM