Oak Ridge to Rock Hill: Road Trip Guide & Distance

197.3 miles 317.6 km · straight line
246.7 miles estimated 397 km · driving distance
4h 58min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
111° ESE bearing direction

How far is Oak Ridge from Rock Hill?

The distance from Oak Ridge to Rock Hill is 197.3 miles (317.6 km) as the crow flies. Rock Hill is located ESE of Oak Ridge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246.7 miles, taking about 4h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Oak Ridge in Tennessee and Rock Hill in South Carolina.

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 Oak Ridge and Rock Hill. 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 Oak Ridge to Rock Hill

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 58min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 58min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 43min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oak Ridge & Rock Hill

Quick Facts

Oak Ridge
36.01°N, 84.27°W
America/New_York
259m elevation
Rock Hill
34.92°N, 81.03°W
America/New_York
207m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 126.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients