How far is Fall Branch, TN from Unicoi, TN?
The driving distance from Fall Branch, TN to Unicoi, TN is about 32.2 miles (51.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.7 miles (34.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fall Branch and Unicoi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fall Branch and Unicoi.
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Start on the route
1.3 km · 56 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 49 sec
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Turn left
2129 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
2112 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
22.7 mi · 27 min · James H. Quillen Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 173
1599 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left
2073 ft · 44 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Unicoi Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Unicoi Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Unicoi Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fall Branch and Unicoi.
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
22.7 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Sunny leaving Fall Branch and Sunny near Unicoi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fall Branch to Unicoi?
The road trip is about 32.2 miles (51.9 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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 16.1 miles from Fall Branch and 16.1 miles from Unicoi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.7 miles (34.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.45 one way or $8.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fall Branch and Sunny near Unicoi.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fall Branch and Unicoi. Straight-line distance: 21.68 mi (34.89 km).
#1 Fall Branch
Census-designated place in Washington and Greene counties, Tennessee
| Population | 1,291 |
| Coordinates | 36.4181600, -82.6237600 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Unicoi
City in Unicoi County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 3,579 |
| Coordinates | 36.1953900, -82.3495800 |
| Altitude | 586 |
| Country | United States |
End: Unicoi (-82.34958, 36.19539)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $3.90 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $5.44 | $10.88 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
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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