Meads to Radford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

146.3 miles 235.4 km · straight line
182.9 miles estimated 294.3 km · driving distance
3h 41min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
127° SE bearing direction

How far is Meads from Radford?

The distance from Meads to Radford is 146.3 miles (235.4 km) as the crow flies. Radford is located SE of Meads. By car, the driving distance is approximately 182.9 miles, taking about 3h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Meads in Kentucky 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 Meads 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 Meads to Radford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 41min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 25min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 30min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Meads & Radford

Quick Facts

Meads
38.41°N, 82.71°W
America/New_York
185m 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 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 170.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients