Bristol, Tennessee to Fairmont: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228.6 miles 367.9 km · straight line
285.8 miles estimated 459.9 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Fairmont?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Fairmont is 228.6 miles (367.9 km) as the crow flies. Fairmont is located NNE of Bristol, Tennessee. 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 — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee and Fairmont in West Virginia.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

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

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 Bristol, Tennessee & Fairmont

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m elevation
Fairmont
39.49°N, 80.14°W
America/New_York
300m 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