Louisville to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Louisville from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Louisville to Oak Ridge is 175.3 miles (282.1 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located SSE of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 242.3 miles, taking about 4h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Louisville 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 Louisville and Oak Ridge. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.