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

573.3 miles 922.6 km · straight line
835.9 miles actual route 1345.3 km · driving distance
19h 9min estimated drive time
£127 - £156 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
115° ESE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Zurich?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Zurich is 573.3 miles (922.6 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located ESE of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 835.9 miles, taking about 19h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Bristol, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Zurich is in Switzerland.

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 Zurich. 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 Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 9min £127 - £156 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 59min $67–$125* Budget
Train ~24h 54min $100–$293* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Zurich

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Zurich
47.38°N, 8.54°E
Europe/Zurich
408m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM