Aiken to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

222.7 miles 358.4 km · straight line
278.4 miles estimated 448 km · driving distance
5h 36min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Aiken from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Aiken to Oak Ridge is 222.7 miles (358.4 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located NW of Aiken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 278.4 miles, taking about 5h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Aiken in South Carolina and Oak Ridge in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aiken and Oak Ridge. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aiken to Oak Ridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 36min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 43min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 19min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aiken & Oak Ridge

Quick Facts

Aiken
33.56°N, 81.72°W
America/New_York
157m elevation
Oak Ridge
36.01°N, 84.27°W
America/New_York
259m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients