Cities Near Bristol
Cities near Bristol, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Bath, Mendip, Weston-super-Mare. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Bristol, UK is Bath, about 12 mi (19 km) away — roughly 39 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bath | 12 mi / 19 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mendip | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Weston-super-Mare | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Newport | 20 mi / 31 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cardiff | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Stroud | 27 mi / 43 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gloucester | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Swindon | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Taunton | 37 mi / 60 km | 1 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tonypandy | 39 mi / 62 km | 1 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Bristol
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Bath, Mendip, Weston-super-Mare, Newport, Cardiff. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Bristol include Bath, Mendip, Weston-super-Mare, Newport, Cardiff. The closest is Bath, about 12 miles (19 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.