How far is Essex, CT from Bristol, CT?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Essex and Bristol is 36.32 miles (58.45 km).

Flight distance from Essex, CT to Bristol, CT is 36.32 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Essex, Connecticut to Bristol, Connecticut is: 42.41 miles (68.25 km) by car.

Driving from Essex to Bristol will take approximately 00 hours 45 minutes.

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#1 Essex

Town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States

Population 6634
GPS Coordinates 41°21'12"N 72°23'26"W
Latitude 41.3534300
Longitude -72.3906400
Altitude 17
Country United States
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#2 Bristol

The most populous city in Hartford County, Connecticut. It is located on the Connecticut River in central Connecticut. Bristol is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Bristol Historical Society and the Bristol Arts Center.

Population 59734
GPS Coordinates 41°40'18"N 72°56'57"W
Latitude 41.6717600
Longitude -72.9492700
Altitude 93
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Essex and Bristol

The distance between Essex and Bristol is 68 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 45 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 Essex and Bristol. The current time is 16:18:31.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 24 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 03 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 50 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 42 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 36 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 33 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 31 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.66 liters (1.5 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Essex and Bristol.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Essex to Bristol is $5.4 (diesel $6.85).

Connecticut gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.61 $4.19 $4.59 $4.58
Total $5.4 $6.27 $6.87 $6.85

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 Connecticut ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.611 (Diesel $4.575) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Essex 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 Cromwell, CT to Essex 23.06 miles (37 km)

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Driving distance from East Haddam, CT to Essex 11.07 miles (18 km)

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Driving distance from East Hampton, CT to Essex 20.95 miles (34 km)

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Driving distance from East Norwalk, CT to Essex 62.6 miles (101 km)

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Driving distance from Fairfield, CT to Essex 58.29 miles (94 km)

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Driving distance from Greenwich, CT to Essex 80.35 miles (129 km)

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Driving distance from Hamden, CT to Essex 43.93 miles (71 km)

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Driving distance from Hartford, CT to Essex 37.65 miles (61 km)

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Driving distance from Manchester, CT to Essex 44.8 miles (72 km)

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Driving distance from Meriden, CT to Essex 36.17 miles (58 km)

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