Bristol, Tennessee to Radford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.6 miles 155.4 km · straight line
120.7 miles estimated 194.3 km · driving distance
2h 26min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
67° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Radford?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Radford is 96.6 miles (155.4 km) as the crow flies. Radford is located ENE of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.7 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee and Radford in 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. 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 Radford. 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 Radford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 26min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 55min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 19min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Radford

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m elevation
Radford
37.13°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
567m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 257.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients