How far is Greenbrier, TN from Johnson City, TN?
The driving distance from Greenbrier, TN to Johnson City, TN is about 310.9 miles (500.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 265.3 miles (427 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 20m 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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City in Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Greenbrier and Johnson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenbrier and Johnson City.
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Start on the route
3.5 mi · 5 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Ashland City Highway
14.2 mi · 21 min · Ashland City Highway
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Turn right onto Clarksville Pike
1.6 km · 2 min · Clarksville Pike
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Continue on Clarksville Pike
678 ft · 22 sec · Clarksville Pike
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Turn left onto Rosa L Parks Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · Rosa L Parks Boulevard
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Continue on Rosa L Parks Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · Rosa L Parks Boulevard
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Turn left onto Jefferson Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Jefferson Street
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Continue on Spring Street
1073 ft · 24 sec · Spring Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1082 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop
1.4 mi · 2 min · Downtown Loop
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
80.6 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Continue straight
93.2 mi · 1 hr 42 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
56.6 mi · 1 hr 1 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
14 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 Greenbrier and Johnson City.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 40 East
Continue straight
93.2 mi · 01h 42m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Greenbrier and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Johnson City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Greenbrier to Johnson City?
The road trip is about 310.9 miles (500.3 km) and usually takes 04h 40m 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 153.7 miles from Greenbrier and 157.2 miles from Johnson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 265.3 miles (427 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.6 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 7:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.37 one way or $82.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Greenbrier and Johnson City, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Greenbrier and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Johnson City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Greenbrier and Johnson City. Straight-line distance: 265.31 mi (426.98 km).
#1 Greenbrier
Human settlement in Robertson County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 6,905 |
| Coordinates | 36.2764400, -87.1180600 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| 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: 500 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 52m |
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 | $41.37 | $82.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $46.66 | $93.31 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $51.05 | $102.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $58.18 | $116.37 |
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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