How far is Blountville, TN from Kingsport, TN?
The driving distance from Blountville, TN to Kingsport, TN is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blountville and Kingsport.
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Start on the route
30 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto Bristol Highway
55 m · 7 sec · Bristol Highway
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Turn right onto Tennessee Ernie Ford Parkway
1 mi · 2 min · Tennessee Ernie Ford Parkway
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
12.1 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto Clinchfield Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Clinchfield Street
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Turn left onto West Center Street
987 ft · 32 sec · West Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blountville and Kingsport.
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.
Longest stretch
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12.1 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Blountville and Sunny near Kingsport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blountville to Kingsport?
The road trip is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Spurgeon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.4 miles from Blountville and 8.5 miles from Kingsport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.22 one way or $4.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Blountville and Sunny near Kingsport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blountville and Kingsport. Straight-line distance: 13.09 mi (21.06 km).
#1 Blountville
Census-designated place in Sullivan County, Tennessee
| Population | 3,074 |
| Coordinates | 36.5331600, -82.3268100 |
| Altitude | 469 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kingsport
The most populous city in Sullivan County, Tennessee.
| Population | 54,112 |
| Coordinates | 36.5484300, -82.5618200 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kingsport (-82.56182, 36.54843)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $2.22 | $4.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.75 | $5.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
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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