How far is Bristol, RI from Providence, RI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Bristol and Providence is 12.66 miles (20.37 km).
Flight distance from Bristol, RI to Providence, RI is 12.66 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Bristol, Rhode Island to Providence, Rhode Island is: 17.81 miles (28.66 km) by car.
Driving from Bristol to Providence will take approximately 00 hours 28 minutes.
#1 Bristol
Town in Rhode Island
| Population | 21866 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°40'37"N 71°15'58"W |
| Latitude | 41.6770500 |
| Longitude | -71.2661600 |
| Altitude | 35 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Providence
The capital and most populous city of Rhode Island. It is located on the Providence River in the northeastern part of the state. Providence is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Providence Athenaeum and the RISD Museum.
| Population | 179270 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°49'26"N 71°24'46"W |
| Latitude | 41.8239900 |
| Longitude | -71.4128300 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Providence: Fulton Street (-71.412652,41.823861)
Estimated Travel Time Between Bristol and Providence
The distance between Bristol and Providence is 29 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 19 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Bristol and Providence. The current time is 17:47:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.38 liters (0.63 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bristol and Providence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bristol to Providence is $2.22 (diesel $2.83).
Rhode Island gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.53 | $4.17 | $4.5 | $4.5 |
| Total | $2.22 | $2.62 | $2.83 | $2.83 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Rhode Island ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.526 (Diesel $4.497) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bristol and Providence (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Greenville, RI to Bristol 29 miles (47 km)
Driving distance from Kingston, RI to Bristol 29.85 miles (48 km)
