How far is Caryville, TN from Johnson City, TN?

The estimated driving distance from Caryville, TN to Johnson City, TN is about 130.1 miles (209.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 104.1 miles (167.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 24m 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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Road
130.14 mi
02h 42m · estimated
Flight
104.11 mi
167.55 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
104.11 mi
Kilometers
167.55 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
130.14 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
209.44 km
Drive Time
02h 42m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Johnson City
Sat, Apr 11, 6:49 AM EDT
Return by in Caryville
Sat, Apr 11, 9:31 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Caryville
2026-04-11T04:06
Arrive Johnson City
Sat, Apr 11, 6:49 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 42m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:42 AM to 12:42 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:06 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Caryville
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Bean Station
TN

Town in Grainger and Hawkins counties, Tennessee, United States

From Caryville
52.1 mi
01h 21m
To Johnson City
78.1 mi
01h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 mph
Destination
73°F
Saturday

Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 42m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26 mi
104.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bean Station
01h 21m from Caryville
Leave By
1:06 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Caryville and Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Johnson City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Caryville to Johnson City?

The road trip is about 130.1 miles (209.4 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?

Bean Station is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.1 miles from Caryville and 78.1 miles from Johnson City.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 104.1 miles (167.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 1:06 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.31 one way or $34.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Caryville and Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Johnson City.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Caryville and Johnson City. Straight-line distance: 104.11 mi (167.55 km).

Caryville

#1 Caryville

City in Washington County, Florida, United States of America

Population2,122
Coordinates36.2989700, -84.2232600
Altitude333
CountryUnited States
Johnson City

#2 Johnson City

The most populous city in Washington County, Tennessee.

Population66,906
Coordinates36.3134400, -82.3534700
Altitude498
CountryUnited States
Start: Caryville (-84.22326, 36.29897)
End: Johnson City (-82.35347, 36.31344)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 209 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 20m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 15m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 36m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 10m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 51m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.59 gal
17.38 L · about $17.31
Round trip
$34.62
9.18 gal · 34.76 L
Estimated CO2
40.8 kg one way
Round trip: 81.6 kg / 180 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $17.31 $34.62
Mid-grade $4.25 $19.52 $39.04
Premium $4.65 $21.36 $42.72
Diesel $5.30 $24.35 $48.69

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Caryville and Johnson City. The current time is 04:06:59.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.