Athens, Georgia to Blacksburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Georgia from Blacksburg?

The distance from Athens, Georgia to Blacksburg is 280.5 miles (451.5 km) as the crow flies. Blacksburg is located NE of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 350.7 miles, taking about 7h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and Blacksburg 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Georgia and Blacksburg. 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.