Anderson, South Carolina to Bristol, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

146.8 miles 236.3 km · straight line
183.6 miles estimated 295.4 km · driving distance
3h 42min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
10° N bearing direction

How far is Anderson, South Carolina from Bristol, Tennessee?

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Bristol, Tennessee is 146.8 miles (236.3 km) as the crow flies. Bristol, Tennessee is located N of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 183.6 miles, taking about 3h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina and Bristol, Tennessee 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, South Carolina and Bristol, Tennessee. 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 Anderson, South Carolina to Bristol, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 42min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 26min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 31min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, South Carolina & Bristol, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Anderson, South Carolina
34.50°N, 82.65°W
America/New_York
240m elevation
Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 169.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients