How far is Collegedale, TN from Kingsport, TN?
Fastest route
The distance between Collegedale, Tennessee, USA and Kingsport, Tennessee, USA is approximately 195 miles, and the fastest route is via I-75 N and I-81 N. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 56 minutes.
Directions
To travel from Collegedale to Kingsport, follow these directions:
- Start by getting on I-75 N in Chattanooga from Apison Pike and Little Debbie Pkwy.
- Head southeast on Colcord Dr toward Colcord Dr.
- Turn left onto Hickman Dr.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on Hickman Dr.
- Turn right onto Colcord Dr.
- Turn left onto Apison Pike.
- Turn right onto Little Debbie Pkwy.
- Pass by Burger King (on the left in 1.7 mi).
- Use the left 3 lanes to turn left onto US-11/US-64.
- Turn right onto the Interstate 75 N ramp.
- Follow I-75 N, I-40 E, and I-81 N to Old Wilcox Dr in Kingsport.
- Take exit 4 from I-26 W/US-23 N.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 421 for I-81 N toward Bristol.
- Take exit 57B to merge onto I-26 W/US-23 N toward Kingsport.
- Take S Wilcox Dr to E Center St.
- Continue straight onto Old Wilcox Dr.
- Continue onto Sheridan Square/S Wilcox Dr.
- Continue to follow S Wilcox Dr.
- Turn left onto E Sullivan St.
- Slight left onto E Center St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to plan your trip in advance and consider traffic conditions.
- ⛽️ Check your fuel level and consider making a pit stop before starting the journey.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to help you stay on the correct route.
- 🚧 Pay attention to road signs and follow the indicated exits and ramps.
- 🕑 Take breaks if needed to rest and stretch during the approximately 3-hour drive.
- 📞 Save important contact numbers, such as roadside assistance or emergency services, in case of any issues.
- 🧾 Keep important documents like driver's license, registration, and insurance handy while driving.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Collegedale and Kingsport is 173.54 miles (279.28 km).
Flight distance from Collegedale, TN to Kingsport, TN is 173.54 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Collegedale to Kingsport with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Collegedale, Tennessee to Kingsport, Tennessee is: 197.32 miles (317.55 km) by car.
Driving from Collegedale to Kingsport will take approximately 02 hours 58 minutes.
#1 Collegedale
City in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 11400 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°3'11"N 85°3'1"W |
| Latitude | 35.0531300 |
| Longitude | -85.0502300 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kingsport
The most populous city in Sullivan County, Tennessee. It is located on the Holston River in northeastern Tennessee. Kingsport is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites
| Population | 54112 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°32'54"N 82°33'43"W |
| Latitude | 36.5484300 |
| Longitude | -82.5618200 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Kingsport: West Center Street (-82.561722,36.548537)
Estimated Travel Time Between Collegedale and Kingsport
The distance between Collegedale and Kingsport is 318 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 31 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Collegedale and Kingsport. The current time is 21:23:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 55 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 49 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.36 liters (6.96 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Collegedale and Kingsport.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Collegedale to Kingsport is $21.86 (diesel $29.12).
Tennessee gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.14 | $3.56 | $3.93 | $4.18 |
| Total | $21.86 | $24.77 | $27.38 | $29.12 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Tennessee ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.140 (Diesel $4.183) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 17, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Collegedale and Kingsport (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
