How far is Johnson City, TN from Harriman, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson City, TN to Harriman, TN is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125.5 miles (202 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m 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 02h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Jefferson County, Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson City and Harriman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson City and Harriman.
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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
17.6 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Secondary SR 29: Harriman, Midtown
951 ft · 20 sec
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Turn right onto Pine Ridge Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Pine Ridge Road
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Continue on Ruritan Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Ruritan Road
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Roane Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson City and Harriman.
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 81 South
Merge slight left
56.4 mi · 01h 00m
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 Johnson City and Sunny near Harriman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson City to Harriman?
The road trip is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Dandridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73 miles from Johnson City and 73.1 miles from Harriman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.5 miles (202 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.46 one way or $38.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Johnson City and Sunny near Harriman.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson City and Harriman. Straight-line distance: 125.49 mi (201.96 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 Harriman
City in Tennessee
| Population | 6,182 |
| Coordinates | 35.9339600, -84.5524400 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
End: Harriman (-84.55244, 35.93396)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 235 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.46 | $38.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.01 | $48.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.37 | $54.74 |
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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