Bristol, Tennessee to Greensboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.2 miles 222.4 km · straight line
172.7 miles estimated 278 km · driving distance
3h 29min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
104° ESE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Greensboro?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Greensboro is 138.2 miles (222.4 km) as the crow flies. Greensboro is located ESE of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 172.7 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee and Greensboro in North 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Greensboro. 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 Greensboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 29min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 11min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 19min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Greensboro

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m elevation
Greensboro
36.07°N, 79.79°W
America/New_York
270m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients