How far is Johnson City, TN from La Vergne, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson City, TN to La Vergne, TN is about 281.7 miles (453.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 236.7 miles (381 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 34m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Roane County, 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 La Vergne.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson City and La Vergne.
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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
142 mi · 2 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 171: Mount Juliet
1617 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto North Mount Juliet Road
4.4 mi · 7 min · North Mount Juliet Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Hobson Pike
7.1 mi · 11 min · Hobson Pike
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Turn left onto Murfreesboro Pike
1.6 mi · 3 min · Murfreesboro Pike
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Continue on Murfreesboro Road
3279 ft · 1 min · Murfreesboro Road
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Turn right onto George Chaney Street
537 ft · 11 sec · George Chaney Street
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Continue on Old Nashville Highway
535 ft · 18 sec · Old Nashville Highway
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Turn sharp right onto Waldron Road
1164 ft · 53 sec · Waldron Road
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Continue on Waldron Road
624 ft · 34 sec · Waldron Road
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Turn left onto Mason Road
33 m · 5 sec · Mason Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mason Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson City and La Vergne.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Nashville
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
142 mi · 02h 33m
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 leaving Johnson City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near La Vergne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson City to La Vergne?
The road trip is about 281.7 miles (453.3 km) and usually takes 05h 17m 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?
Kingston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 140.6 miles from Johnson City and 141 miles from La Vergne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 236.7 miles (381 km), while the road route adds roughly 45 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 6:26 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.48 one way or $74.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 88.3 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 La Vergne, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Johnson City and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near La Vergne.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson City and La Vergne. Straight-line distance: 236.74 mi (381 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 La Vergne
City in Rutherford County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 35,646 |
| Coordinates | 36.0156200, -86.5819400 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Vergne (-86.58194, 36.01562)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 453 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $37.48 | $74.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $42.27 | $84.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $46.26 | $92.52 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $52.72 | $105.44 |
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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