Bristol, Tennessee to Chillicothe: Road Trip Guide & Distance

194.1 miles 312.3 km · straight line
242.6 miles estimated 390.4 km · driving distance
4h 53min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
347° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Chillicothe?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Chillicothe is 194.1 miles (312.3 km) as the crow flies. Chillicothe is located NNW of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 242.6 miles, taking about 4h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee and Chillicothe in Ohio.

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 Bristol, Tennessee and Chillicothe. 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 Bristol, Tennessee to Chillicothe

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 53min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 52min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 38min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Chillicothe

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m elevation
Chillicothe
39.33°N, 82.98°W
America/New_York
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 128.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients