How far is Jellico, TN from Alder Springs, TN?
The driving distance from Jellico, TN to Alder Springs, TN is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Campbell County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jellico and Alder Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jellico and Alder Springs.
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Start on North Main Street
21 m · 8 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
22.8 mi · 34 min · 5th Street
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Continue on North Indiana Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North Indiana Avenue
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Turn left onto East Central Avenue
1.7 mi · 2 min · East Central Avenue
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Continue on General Carl W Stiner Highway
3.7 mi · 4 min · General Carl W Stiner Highway
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Turn right onto Cross Valley Road
2086 ft · 2 min · Cross Valley Road
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Continue on Knoxville Hollow Road
2.1 mi · 8 min · Knoxville Hollow Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Glade Springs Road
3091 ft · 2 min · Glade Springs Road
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Turn right onto Victory Road
1.2 mi · 5 min · Victory Road
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Turn right onto Mill Road
716 ft · 37 sec · Mill Road
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Turn left onto Alder Springs Road
2686 ft · 2 min · Alder Springs Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Alder Springs Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jellico and Alder Springs.
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.
5th Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
22.8 mi · 00h 34m
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 Jellico and Clear near Alder Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jellico to Alder Springs?
The road trip is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
LaFollette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Jellico and 17.1 miles from Alder Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.5 miles (26.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.7 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.56 one way or $9.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jellico and Clear near Alder Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jellico and Alder Springs. Straight-line distance: 16.52 mi (26.59 km).
#1 Jellico
City in Tennessee
| Population | 2,132 |
| Coordinates | 36.5878600, -84.1268700 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alder Springs
Alder Springs is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.3692500, -84.0063100 |
| Altitude | 385 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alder Springs (-84.00631, 36.36925)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.56 | $9.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.15 | $10.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.42 | $12.84 |
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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