Asheville to Rome, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.5 miles 280.9 km · straight line
218.2 miles estimated 351.1 km · driving distance
4h 23min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Asheville from Rome, Georgia?

The distance from Asheville to Rome, Georgia is 174.5 miles (280.9 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Georgia is located WSW of Asheville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 218.2 miles, taking about 4h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Asheville in North Carolina and Rome, Georgia in Georgia.

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. 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 Asheville and Rome, Georgia. 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 Asheville to Rome, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 23min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 16min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 10min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Asheville & Rome, Georgia

Quick Facts

Asheville
35.60°N, 82.55°W
America/New_York
649m elevation
Rome, Georgia
34.26°N, 85.16°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 142.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients