Bristol, Tennessee to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.9 miles 365.1 km · straight line
305.5 miles actual route 491.7 km · driving distance
6h 1min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
301° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Louisville?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Louisville is 226.9 miles (365.1 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located WNW of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 305.5 miles, taking about 6h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee and Louisville in Kentucky.

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 Louisville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Louisville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 1min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 13min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 43min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Louisville

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m elevation
Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m 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 109.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM