How far is Colonial Heights, TN from Johnson City, TN?
The driving distance from Colonial Heights, TN to Johnson City, TN is about 18.6 miles (29.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.5 miles (23.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Colonial Heights and Johnson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colonial Heights and Johnson City.
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Start on Colonial Heights Road
25 m · 10 sec · Colonial Heights Road
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Turn left onto Fort Henry Drive
1.4 km · 1 min · Fort Henry Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
1268 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
1086 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
14.3 mi · 17 min · James H. Quillen Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 91
614 ft · 15 sec
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Turn right onto East Market Street
1705 ft · 38 sec · East Market Street
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Turn left onto Buffalo Street
977 ft · 32 sec · Buffalo Street
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Turn right
132 m · 32 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Colonial Heights and Johnson City.
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.
James H. Quillen Parkway
Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
14.3 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Clear leaving Colonial Heights and Clear near Johnson City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Colonial Heights to Johnson City?
The road trip is about 18.6 miles (29.9 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 9.3 miles from Colonial Heights and 9.3 miles from Johnson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.5 miles (23.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.39 one way or $4.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Colonial Heights and Clear near Johnson City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Colonial Heights and Johnson City. Straight-line distance: 14.49 mi (23.32 km).
#1 Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.4851000, -82.5032000 |
| Altitude | 438 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Johnson City
The most populous city in Washington County, Tennessee.
| Population | 66,906 |
| Coordinates | 36.3134400, -82.3534700 |
| Altitude | 498 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cherry Street (-82.353659, 36.313645)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.63 | $2.39 | $4.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.10 | $2.71 | $5.41 |
| Premium | $4.52 | $2.98 | $5.97 |
| Diesel | $5.86 | $3.87 | $7.73 |
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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