Blacksburg to Frankfort, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

252.8 miles 406.8 km · straight line
316 miles estimated 508.5 km · driving distance
6h 21min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Blacksburg from Frankfort, Kentucky?

The distance from Blacksburg to Frankfort, Kentucky is 252.8 miles (406.8 km) as the crow flies. Frankfort, Kentucky is located WNW of Blacksburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316 miles, taking about 6h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Blacksburg in Virginia and Frankfort, Kentucky in Kentucky.

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 Blacksburg and Frankfort, Kentucky. 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 Blacksburg to Frankfort, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 21min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 37min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 2min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blacksburg & Frankfort, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Blacksburg
37.23°N, 80.41°W
America/New_York
633m elevation
Frankfort, Kentucky
38.20°N, 84.87°W
America/New_York
155m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients