Huntsville, Alabama to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

157.6 miles 253.7 km · straight line
197 miles estimated 317.1 km · driving distance
3h 58min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Huntsville, Alabama from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Huntsville, Alabama to Oak Ridge is 157.6 miles (253.7 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located NE of Huntsville, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 197 miles, taking about 3h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama 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 Huntsville, Alabama 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 Huntsville, Alabama to Oak Ridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 58min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 46min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 46min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Huntsville, Alabama & Oak Ridge

Quick Facts

Huntsville, Alabama
34.73°N, 86.59°W
America/Chicago
193m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 158 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients