How far is Providence, RI from Bristol, RI?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Providence and Bristol is 12.66 miles (20.37 km).

Flight distance from Providence, RI to Bristol, RI is 12.66 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Providence, Rhode Island to Bristol, Rhode Island is: 17.47 miles (28.11 km) by car.

Driving from Providence to Bristol will take approximately 00 hours 28 minutes.

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#1 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
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#2 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

Estimated Travel Time Between Providence and Bristol

The distance between Providence and Bristol is 28 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 18 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 Providence and Bristol. The current time is 11:14:02.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 34 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 26 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 20 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 17 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 14 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 13 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 2.33 liters (0.62 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Providence and Bristol.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Providence to Bristol is $2.17 (diesel $2.77).

Rhode Island gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.53 $4.17 $4.5 $4.5
Total $2.17 $2.57 $2.77 $2.77

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 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Providence and Bristol (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

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Driving distance from Coventry, RI to Providence 26.6 miles (43 km)

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Driving distance from Cranston, RI to Providence 4.85 miles (8 km)

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Driving distance from Cumberland, RI to Providence 13.93 miles (22 km)

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Driving distance from Greenville, RI to Providence 11.82 miles (19 km)

Driving distance from Kingston, RI to Providence 30.07 miles (48 km)

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Driving distance from Newport, RI to Providence 34.12 miles (55 km)

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Driving distance from Pawtucket, RI to Providence 5.13 miles (8 km)

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Driving distance from Portsmouth, RI to Providence 29.07 miles (47 km)

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