Knoxville

Tennessee

5
Destinations

Find driving times and distances from Knoxville, USA to 5 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Knoxville

5 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 4 routes

Nashville
180 miles
2h 45min
Gatlinburg
40 miles
1h
Chattanooga
110 miles
1h 45min
Great Smoky Mountains
39 miles
42 min

Medium Trips (3–8 hours) — 1 routes

Atlanta
215 miles
3h 15min

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Knoxville from Nashville?
Knoxville is approximately 180 miles from Nashville, with a driving time of around 2h 45min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Knoxville?
There are 4 cities within 3 hours of Knoxville, including Nashville, Gatlinburg, Chattanooga, Great Smoky Mountains. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Knoxville?
Knoxville has 5 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Knoxville from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Knoxville to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Atlanta, roughly 185 miles away by road.

Atlanta~185 mi · 3h 15m
Nashville~190 mi · 3h 15m
Charlotte~215 mi · 3h 45m
Louisville~225 mi · 4h
Cincinnati~265 mi · 4h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Knoxville

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Knoxville by road:

Nashville (BNA)~185 mi · 3h 15m
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta (ATL)~195 mi · 3h 15m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Knoxville: What to Know

Located in Tennessee in the Southeast, Knoxville is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-40, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Knoxville

Looking to hit the road from Knoxville? Browse 7 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Knoxville connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.