Monroe, North Carolina to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

220.9 miles 355.5 km · straight line
276.1 miles estimated 444.4 km · driving distance
5h 33min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Monroe, North Carolina from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Monroe, North Carolina to Oak Ridge is 220.9 miles (355.5 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located WNW of Monroe, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 276.1 miles, taking about 5h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Monroe, North Carolina in North Carolina 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 Monroe, North Carolina 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 Monroe, North Carolina to Oak Ridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 33min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 40min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 16min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Monroe, North Carolina & Oak Ridge

Quick Facts

Monroe, North Carolina
34.99°N, 80.55°W
America/New_York
180m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients