Johnson City to Radford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Johnson City from Radford?

The distance from Johnson City to Radford is 113.5 miles (182.7 km) as the crow flies. Radford is located ENE of Johnson City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 141.9 miles, taking about 2h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Johnson City in Tennessee 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. 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 Johnson City 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.