Bristol, Virginia to Danville, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

159.8 miles 257.1 km · straight line
199.7 miles estimated 321.4 km · driving distance
4h 1min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
298° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Virginia from Danville, Kentucky?

The distance from Bristol, Virginia to Danville, Kentucky is 159.8 miles (257.1 km) as the crow flies. Danville, Kentucky is located WNW of Bristol, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 199.7 miles, taking about 4h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Virginia in Virginia and Danville, Kentucky 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. 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, Virginia and Danville, Kentucky. 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, Virginia to Danville, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 1min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 49min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 49min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Virginia & Danville, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Bristol, Virginia
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
512m elevation
Danville, Kentucky
37.65°N, 84.77°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 155.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients