How far is Cookeville, TN from Knoxville, TN?
The driving distance from Cookeville, TN to Knoxville, TN is about 102.1 miles (164.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.4 miles (143.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cookeville and Knoxville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cookeville and Knoxville.
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Start on South Dixie Avenue
82 m · 19 sec · South Dixie Avenue
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Turn left onto East Spring Street
3.7 mi · 6 min · East Spring Street
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Turn left
1155 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
94.2 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Keep slight left
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
2116 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
2403 ft · 56 sec
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Continue on Henley Street
1238 ft · 27 sec · Henley Street
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Continue on Henley Street
78 m · 12 sec · Henley Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Henley Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cookeville and Knoxville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Spring Street
Merge slight left
94.2 mi · 01h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Patchy Fog leaving Cookeville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Knoxville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cookeville to Knoxville?
The road trip is about 102.1 miles (164.3 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Rockwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51 miles from Cookeville and 51.1 miles from Knoxville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.4 miles (143.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.58 one way or $27.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Cookeville and Knoxville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Cookeville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Knoxville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cookeville and Knoxville. Straight-line distance: 89.4 mi (143.87 km).
#1 Cookeville
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 35,060 |
| Coordinates | 36.1628400, -85.5016400 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 190,223 |
| Coordinates | 35.9606400, -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 11 (-83.920795, 35.960617)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.58 | $27.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.31 | $30.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.75 | $33.51 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.09 | $38.19 |
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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