Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bristol travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bristol

With a population of 9 726, Bristol is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bristol to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Bristol

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jules@Market (111 Market St) and King George II Inn (102 Radcliffe St) are great picks.

When to visit Bristol

Bristol in December
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bristol in December
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bristol in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -4 °C, with an average temperature of 1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 134 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Bristol, with an average rainfall of 81 mm.

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How to Get to Bristol

Plane

When flying to Bristol, you’ll arrive at Trenton-Mercer (TTN), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Bristol from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 15h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bristol. The train journey from Bristol to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bristol is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 103 km from Bristol. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bristol, including Bus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Bristol takes 161 km and will cost you around $25. From Albany, the ticket costs about $83 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

When flying to Bristol, you’ll arrive at Trenton-Mercer (TTN), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Bristol from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 15h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bristol. The train journey from Bristol to Philadelphia takes 0h 59m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Hartford, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bristol is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 103 km from Bristol. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Ace, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bristol, including Bus, OurBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Bristol takes 161 km and will cost you around $25. From Albany, the ticket costs about $83 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Bristol

ABEAllentown-Bethlehem
PHLPhiladelphia

Airlines serving Bristol

Lufthansa
Good (7,956 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,929 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,466 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,341 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,202 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,580 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (911 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,672 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,762 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,975 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,223 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,435 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,304 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bristol

Hiring a car in Bristol

Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Bristol (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.64 and $31.52. The most frequently booked car type in Bristol is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Bristol (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.64 and $31.52. The most frequently booked car type in Bristol is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.