How far is Gallatin, TN from Greeneville, TN?
The driving distance from Gallatin, TN to Greeneville, TN is about 240.2 miles (386.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 202 miles (325.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 30m.
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City in Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gallatin and Greeneville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gallatin and Greeneville.
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Start on West Main Street
21 m · 5 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Water Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Water Avenue
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Continue straight
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
7.1 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto I 40 East: Knoxville
2310 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
152.3 mi · 2 hr 46 min
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Keep slight left
36.7 mi · 41 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
22.7 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 11E: Mosheim, Greeneville, Bulls Gap
2149 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto West Andrew Johnson Highway
11.2 mi · 13 min · West Andrew Johnson Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1231 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right
100 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Summer Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Summer Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
110 m · 6 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gallatin and Greeneville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Merge slight left
152 mi · 02h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Gallatin and Sunny near Greeneville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gallatin to Greeneville?
The road trip is about 240.2 miles (386.6 km) and usually takes 04h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rockwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 120 miles from Gallatin and 120.2 miles from Greeneville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 202 miles (325.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.98 one way or $63.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gallatin and Greeneville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gallatin and Sunny near Greeneville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gallatin and Greeneville. Straight-line distance: 201.99 mi (325.07 km).
#1 Gallatin
The most populous city in Sumner County, Tennessee.
| Population | 44,335 |
| Coordinates | 36.3883800, -86.4466600 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Greeneville
Town in and county seat of Greene County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 14,940 |
| Coordinates | 36.1631600, -82.8309900 |
| Altitude | 463 |
| Country | United States |
End: Greeneville (-82.83099, 36.16316)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 387 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 59m |
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 | $31.98 | $63.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $36.07 | $72.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $39.47 | $78.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $44.98 | $89.96 |
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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