Bristol, Virginia to Rome, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

232.8 miles 374.7 km · straight line
291.1 miles estimated 468.4 km · driving distance
5h 51min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Virginia from Rome, Georgia?

The distance from Bristol, Virginia to Rome, Georgia is 232.8 miles (374.7 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Georgia is located SW of Bristol, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 291.1 miles, taking about 5h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Bristol, Virginia in Virginia and Rome, Georgia in Georgia.

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, Virginia and Rome, Georgia. 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 Rome, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 51min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 1min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Virginia & Rome, Georgia

Quick Facts

Bristol, Virginia
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
512m elevation
Rome, Georgia
34.26°N, 85.16°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients