Athens, Ohio to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.1 miles 415.4 km · straight line
322.7 miles estimated 519.3 km · driving distance
6h 29min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
208° SSW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Ohio from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Athens, Ohio to Oak Ridge is 258.1 miles (415.4 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located SSW of Athens, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 322.7 miles, taking about 6h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Ohio in Ohio 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 Athens, Ohio 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 Athens, Ohio to Oak Ridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 29min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 47min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 10min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Ohio & Oak Ridge

Quick Facts

Athens, Ohio
39.33°N, 82.10°W
America/New_York
219m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients