How far is Johnson City, TN from Greenbrier, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson City, TN to Greenbrier, TN is about 308.2 miles (496 km), with a travel time of about 05h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 265.3 miles (427 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 50m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Johnson City and Greenbrier.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson City and Greenbrier.
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Start on the route
132 m · 35 sec
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Turn left onto Buffalo Street
1620 ft · 56 sec · Buffalo Street
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Turn left onto North Roan Street
1633 ft · 37 sec · North Roan Street
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Turn right onto East Watauga Avenue
1812 ft · 45 sec · East Watauga Avenue
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Turn left onto Oak Street
135 m · 11 sec · Oak Street
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Take the ramp straight
962 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
13.7 mi · 16 min · James H. Quillen Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South: Knoxville
1100 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
56.4 mi · 1 hr
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Continue on I 40 West: Knoxville
1.1 km · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
52.8 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
154.8 mi · 2 hr 47 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 24 West: Clarksville, Louisville
1725 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop
2.3 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop
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Take the exit slight left toward I 65 South: Huntsville, Memphis
1.4 mi · 2 min · Downtown Loop
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41A, SR 12: Rosa L. Parks Boulevard, Downtown Nashville
632 ft · 15 sec
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Turn sharp right onto Rosa L Parks Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · Rosa L Parks Boulevard
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Turn straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Ashland City Highway
14.2 mi · 21 min · Ashland City Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Cumberland Street
3.5 mi · 5 min · Cumberland Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson City and Greenbrier.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Nashville
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
155 mi · 02h 47m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Johnson City and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Greenbrier.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson City to Greenbrier?
The road trip is about 308.2 miles (496 km) and usually takes 05h 50m 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 153.9 miles from Johnson City and 154.3 miles from Greenbrier.
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 42.9 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:20 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.03 one way or $82.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 96.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Johnson City and Greenbrier, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Johnson City and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Greenbrier.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson City and Greenbrier. Straight-line distance: 265.31 mi (426.98 km).
#1 Johnson City
The most populous city in Washington County, Tennessee.
| Population | 66,906 |
| Coordinates | 36.3134400, -82.3534700 |
| Altitude | 498 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Greenbrier
Human settlement in Robertson County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 6,905 |
| Coordinates | 36.2764400, -87.1180600 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| Country | United States |
End: Greenbrier (-87.11806, 36.27644)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 496 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $41.03 | $82.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $46.27 | $92.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $50.64 | $101.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $57.71 | $115.42 |
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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