How far is Dodson Branch, TN from Knoxville, TN?
The driving distance from Dodson Branch, TN to Knoxville, TN is about 115.8 miles (186.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.1 miles (149.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Cumberland County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dodson Branch and Knoxville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dodson Branch and Knoxville.
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Start on Step Rock Hill Road
26 m · 4 sec · Step Rock Hill Road
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Turn straight onto Dodson Branch Highway Overton Hill Road
4 mi · 7 min · Dodson Branch Highway Overton Hill Road
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Continue on Dodson Branch Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · Dodson Branch Road
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Continue on North Willow Avenue
2.2 mi · 5 min · North Willow Avenue
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Turn left onto West Spring Street
4.3 mi · 7 min · West 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 Dodson Branch 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.
West 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.
Sunny leaving Dodson Branch and Sunny near Knoxville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dodson Branch to Knoxville?
The road trip is about 115.8 miles (186.4 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?
Crab Orchard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.9 miles from Dodson Branch and 58.9 miles from Knoxville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.1 miles (149.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.7 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:38 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.06 one way or $30.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Dodson Branch and Knoxville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dodson Branch and Sunny near Knoxville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dodson Branch and Knoxville. Straight-line distance: 93.15 mi (149.91 km).
#1 Dodson Branch
Dodson Branch is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.3125600, -85.5322000 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| 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: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $3.68 | $15.06 | $30.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $16.97 | $33.95 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $18.66 | $37.33 |
| Diesel | $5.90 | $24.12 | $48.24 |
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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