How far is Cleveland, TN from Erwin, TN?

The driving distance from Cleveland, TN to Erwin, TN is about 182.6 miles (293.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 154 miles (247.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
182.63 mi
03h 34m
Flight
153.97 mi
247.79 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
153.97 mi
Kilometers
247.79 km
Flight Time
00h 18m

Driving Distance

Road route
182.63 mi
Kilometers
293.92 km
Drive Time
03h 34m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Erwin
Tue, May 26, 10:38 AM EDT
Return by in Cleveland
Tue, May 26, 2:12 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Cleveland
2026-05-26T07:03
Arrive Erwin
Tue, May 26, 10:38 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:35 AM to 11:35 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:50 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Cleveland
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Mascot
TN

Census-designated place in Knox County, Tennessee

From Cleveland
91.3 mi
01h 47m
To Erwin
91.4 mi
01h 47m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 26 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S
Destination
79°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 26 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Cleveland and Erwin.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland and Erwin.

  1. 1

    Start on Inman Street West

    2183 ft · 40 sec · Inman Street West

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Keith Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Keith Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 25th Street Northwest

    1607 ft · 35 sec · 25th Street Northwest

  4. 4

    Continue on 25th Street NW

    2998 ft · 59 sec · 25th Street NW

  5. 5

    Continue on 25th Street Northwest

    839 ft · 18 sec · 25th Street Northwest

  6. 6

    Take the exit right

    1431 ft · 35 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    75.8 mi · 1 hr 23 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    36.7 mi · 41 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol

    22.7 mi · 24 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 11E: Mosheim, Greeneville, Bulls Gap

    2149 ft · 46 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto West Andrew Johnson Highway

    18 mi · 22 min · West Andrew Johnson Highway

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Tusculum Bypass

    1.5 km · 1 min · Tusculum Bypass

  13. 13

    Continue on Erwin Highway

    6.4 mi · 10 min · Erwin Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on Governor John Sevier Highway

    11.3 mi · 17 min · Governor John Sevier Highway

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    6.9 mi · 11 min

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North Main Avenue

    1204 ft · 28 sec · North Main Avenue

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Main Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Cleveland and Erwin.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
17 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
25th Street Northwest
113 mi · 62%
I 81 North
22.7 mi · 12%
Governor John Sevier Highway
18.3 mi · 10%
West Andrew Johnson Highway
18 mi · 10%
Erwin Highway
6.37 mi · 3%
Keith Street
1.5 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

25th Street Northwest

Merge slight left

75.8 mi · 01h 23m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 34m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.6 mi
154 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mascot
01h 47m from Cleveland
Leave By
9:50 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cleveland and Showers And Thunderstorms near Erwin.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Cleveland to Erwin?

The road trip is about 182.6 miles (293.9 km) and usually takes 03h 34m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Mascot is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.3 miles from Cleveland and 91.4 miles from Erwin.

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

The direct path is about 154 miles (247.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:50 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.32 one way or $48.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Cleveland and Showers And Thunderstorms near Erwin.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cleveland and Erwin. Straight-line distance: 153.97 mi (247.79 km).

Cleveland

#1 Cleveland

A city in Bradley County, Tennessee.

Population45,948
Coordinates35.1595200, -84.8766100
Altitude265
CountryUnited States
Erwin

#2 Erwin

Human settlement in Tennessee, United States of America

Population5,854
Coordinates36.1451100, -82.4168100
Altitude510
CountryUnited States
Start: Cleveland (-84.87661, 35.15952)
End: Erwin (-82.41681, 36.14511)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 294 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.45 gal
24.4 L · about $24.32
Round trip
$48.65
12.9 gal · 48.8 L
Estimated CO2
57.3 kg one way
Round trip: 114.6 kg / 253 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $24.32 $48.65
Mid-grade $4.25 $27.43 $54.86
Premium $4.65 $30.02 $60.04
Diesel $5.30 $34.21 $68.42

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 · May 26, 2026

There is no time difference between Cleveland and Erwin. The current time is 07:03:45.

Distance to Other Cities

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