Blacksburg to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228.7 miles 368 km · straight line
285.8 miles estimated 460 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
179° S bearing direction

How far is Blacksburg from Sumter?

The distance from Blacksburg to Sumter is 228.7 miles (368 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located S of Blacksburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.8 miles, taking about 5h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Blacksburg in Virginia and Sumter in South Carolina.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Blacksburg and Sumter. 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 Sumter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 45min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 54min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 28min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blacksburg & Sumter

Quick Facts

Blacksburg
37.23°N, 80.41°W
America/New_York
633m elevation
Sumter
33.92°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients