How far is Bristol, VA from Colonial Heights, VA?
The driving distance from Bristol, VA to Colonial Heights, VA is about 6 miles (9.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.5 miles (7.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 09m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Virginia, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bristol and Colonial Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol and Colonial Heights.
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Start on Sullins Street
23 m · 5 sec · Sullins Street
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Turn right onto Commonwealth Avenue
1.1 mi · 1 min · Commonwealth Avenue
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81 North: Roanoke
1959 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Old Airport Road, Bonham Road
1762 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Old Airport Road
965 ft · 24 sec · Old Airport Road
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Turn right onto Lee Highway
154 m · 12 sec · Lee Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lee Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bristol and Colonial Heights.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 81 North
Merge slight left
2.77 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Bristol and Sunny near Colonial Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bristol to Colonial Heights?
The road trip is about 6 miles (9.6 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Abingdon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3 miles from Bristol and 3 miles from Colonial Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.5 miles (7.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.83 one way or $1.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bristol and Sunny near Colonial Heights.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bristol and Colonial Heights. Straight-line distance: 4.55 mi (7.33 km).
#1 Bristol
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 17,329 |
| Coordinates | 36.5964900, -82.1884700 |
| Altitude | 512 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colonial Heights
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 17,205 |
| Coordinates | 36.6334400, -82.1204100 |
| Altitude | 546 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lee Highway (-82.120486, 36.633488)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 10 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $0.83 | $1.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $0.93 | $1.86 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $1.00 | $2.01 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $1.18 | $2.36 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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