Bristol, Virginia to Staunton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

201.9 miles 325 km · straight line
252.5 miles estimated 406.3 km · driving distance
5h 5min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
57° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Virginia from Staunton?

The distance from Bristol, Virginia to Staunton is 201.9 miles (325 km) as the crow flies. Staunton is located ENE of Bristol, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.5 miles, taking about 5h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States.

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, Virginia and Staunton. 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 Staunton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 5min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 6min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 50min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Virginia & Staunton

Quick Facts

Bristol, Virginia
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
512m elevation
Staunton
38.15°N, 79.07°W
America/New_York
432m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients