How far is Alder Springs, TN from Jellico, TN?
The driving distance from Alder Springs, TN to Jellico, TN is about 33.6 miles (54 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Campbell County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alder Springs and Jellico.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alder Springs and Jellico.
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Start on Alder Springs Road
2686 ft · 2 min · Alder Springs Road
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Turn right onto Mill Road
716 ft · 32 sec · Mill Road
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Turn left onto Victory Road
1.2 mi · 5 min · Victory Road
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Turn left onto Glade Springs Road
3091 ft · 2 min · Glade Springs Road
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Turn right onto Knoxville Hollow Road
2.1 mi · 8 min · Knoxville Hollow Road
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Continue on Cross Valley Road
2086 ft · 2 min · Cross Valley Road
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Turn left onto General Carl W Stiner Highway
3.7 mi · 4 min · General Carl W Stiner Highway
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Continue on East Central Avenue
1.7 mi · 2 min · East Central Avenue
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Turn right onto North Indiana Avenue
1.6 km · 1 min · North Indiana Avenue
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Continue on Duff Road
22.8 mi · 34 min · Duff Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
21 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alder Springs and Jellico.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Duff Road
Continue on Duff Road
22.8 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Clear leaving Alder Springs and Sunny near Jellico.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alder Springs to Jellico?
The road trip is about 33.6 miles (54 km) and usually takes 00h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
LaFollette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Alder Springs and 16.5 miles from Jellico.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.45 one way or $8.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Alder Springs and Sunny near Jellico.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alder Springs and Jellico. Straight-line distance: 16.52 mi (26.59 km).
#1 Alder Springs
Alder Springs is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.3692500, -84.0063100 |
| Altitude | 385 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jellico
City in Tennessee
| Population | 2,132 |
| Coordinates | 36.5878600, -84.1268700 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-84.126818, 36.587855)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.02 | $10.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.49 | $10.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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