Lancaster, Ohio to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271.6 miles 437.1 km · straight line
339.5 miles estimated 546.4 km · driving distance
6h 50min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, Ohio from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Lancaster, Ohio to Oak Ridge is 271.6 miles (437.1 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located SSW of Lancaster, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 339.5 miles, taking about 6h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Ohio in Ohio 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. 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 Lancaster, Ohio 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 Lancaster, Ohio to Oak Ridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 50min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 12min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, Ohio & Oak Ridge

Quick Facts

Lancaster, Ohio
39.71°N, 82.60°W
America/New_York
268m 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 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients