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

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

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Bristol, Virginia is 147 miles (236.5 km) as the crow flies. Bristol, Virginia is located N of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 183.7 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, Virginia in Virginia.

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, Virginia. 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.