Area codes in Bristol, Connecticut
Bristol, Connecticut uses 2 area codes — 860 and 959. The main Bristol area code is 860.
Area codes serving Bristol
Phone numbers in Bristol are written as ten digits — for example (860) 555-0190 — and fall in the Eastern Time zone.
How Bristol came to have 2 area codes
The original Bristol area code is 860, in service since 1995. As the area ran low on available numbers, an overlay code was added over the same region for new phone lines: 959 (2014). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Bristol now uses all 2 codes and every local call is dialed with ten digits.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the area code for Bristol?
The main area code for Bristol, Connecticut is 860. Bristol is now served by 2 area codes in total: 860, 959.
How many area codes does Bristol have?
Bristol has 2 area codes: 860, 959.
Why does Bristol have more than one area code?
As Bristol used up the numbers available in its original area code (860, in service since 1995), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.
How do you dial a Bristol number?
Dial all 10 digits — the area code (860 or 959) followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1, then the area code and number.
Sourced from the official NANPA (North American Numbering Plan Administrator) numbering database, current as of August 2, 2026. Refreshed monthly.