Bristol, VT Road Trips
Bristol, VT serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 2 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 29 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Bristol, VT head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
115.8 mi
Brattleboro, VT
Quickest Drive
43m
South Burlington, VT
Plan Around Bristol, VT
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Bristol, VT is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Bristol, VT
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Bristol, VT
Driving from Bristol, VT
The typical drive from Bristol, VT covers about 29 miles and takes around 46m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 30 miles (48m), while the shortest is just 28 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Bristol, VT most often head toward Burlington, VT (29.7 mi, 48m) and Williston, VT (27.9 mi, 43m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in VT currently averages around $3.95 per gallon. For the typical 29-mile trip from Bristol, VT, budget about $4 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Bristol, VT and 3 routes heading into Bristol, VT, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 28 to 30 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bristol, VT covers 30 miles and takes approximately 48m. Shorter options start at just 28 miles.
The average route from Bristol, VT runs about 29 miles with a drive time of roughly 46m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.95/gallon for regular), the average 29-mile trip from Bristol, VT costs roughly $4 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bristol, VT include Burlington, VT and Williston, VT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bristol, VT by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
2,005
Median Income
$71,372
Median Home Value
$298,200
Median Age
49.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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