Danville, Kentucky to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

116.3 miles 187.2 km · straight line
145.4 miles estimated 234 km · driving distance
2h 56min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
166° SSE bearing direction

How far is Danville, Kentucky from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Danville, Kentucky to Oak Ridge is 116.3 miles (187.2 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located SSE of Danville, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 145.4 miles, taking about 2h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Kentucky in Kentucky and Oak Ridge in Tennessee.

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 Danville, Kentucky and Oak Ridge. 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 Danville, Kentucky to Oak Ridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 56min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 31min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 47min $17–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Kentucky & Oak Ridge

Quick Facts

Danville, Kentucky
37.65°N, 84.77°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
Oak Ridge
36.01°N, 84.27°W
America/New_York
259m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 214.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients