Frederick to Radford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

233.1 miles 375.2 km · straight line
291.4 miles estimated 469 km · driving distance
5h 52min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Radford?

The distance from Frederick to Radford is 233.1 miles (375.2 km) as the crow flies. Radford is located SW of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 291.4 miles, taking about 5h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland and Radford in Virginia.

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 Frederick and Radford. 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 Frederick to Radford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 52min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 2min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 34min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Radford

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
Radford
37.13°N, 80.58°W
America/New_York
567m 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 106.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients