Bristol, Tennessee to Cincinnati: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.7 miles 345.5 km · straight line
268.4 miles estimated 431.9 km · driving distance
5h 24min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
325° NW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Cincinnati?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Cincinnati is 214.7 miles (345.5 km) as the crow flies. Cincinnati is located NW of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 268.4 miles, taking about 5h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee and Cincinnati 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bristol, Tennessee and Cincinnati. 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 Cincinnati

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 24min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 29min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 8min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Cincinnati

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m elevation
Cincinnati
39.10°N, 84.51°W
America/New_York
267m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients