Bristol, Tennessee to Roanoke Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251.9 miles 405.4 km · straight line
314.9 miles estimated 506.8 km · driving distance
6h 20min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
91° E bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Roanoke Rapids?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Roanoke Rapids is 251.9 miles (405.4 km) as the crow flies. Roanoke Rapids is located E of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314.9 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Tennessee in Tennessee and Roanoke Rapids 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 20min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 36min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 1min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Roanoke Rapids

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m elevation
Roanoke Rapids
36.46°N, 77.65°W
America/New_York
48m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients