How far is Johnson City, TN from Lebanon, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson City, TN to Lebanon, TN is about 200.5 miles (322.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 170.2 miles (273.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 53m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 56m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Tennessee.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson City and Lebanon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson City and Lebanon.
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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 left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
64.2 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
1553 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left
1.3 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right
1107 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
55 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto South Lee Highway
2.8 mi · 4 min · South Lee Highway
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Turn left onto Old Chattanooga Pike Southwest
1.5 km · 2 min · Old Chattanooga Pike Southwest
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Turn slight right onto Old Alabama Road Southwest
3.1 mi · 8 min · Old Alabama Road Southwest
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Turn left onto Rakestraw Road
1.2 mi · 5 min · Rakestraw Road
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Turn left onto Candies Creek Road Southwest
2959 ft · 2 min · Candies Creek Road Southwest
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Keep slight right to continue on Candies Creek Road Southwest
91 m · 13 sec · Candies Creek Road Southwest
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Turn straight onto Tunnel Hill Road
1.4 km · 3 min · Tunnel Hill Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tunnel Hill Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson City and Lebanon.
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 75 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
64.2 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Johnson City and Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Lebanon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson City to Lebanon?
The road trip is about 200.5 miles (322.7 km) and usually takes 03h 56m 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?
Knoxville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 100.2 miles from Johnson City and 100.4 miles from Lebanon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 170.2 miles (273.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.3 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 9:06 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.70 one way or $53.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Johnson City and Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Lebanon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson City and Lebanon. Straight-line distance: 170.22 mi (273.94 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 Lebanon
City in Wilson County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 38,086 |
| Coordinates | 35.0514600, -84.9585600 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lebanon (-84.95856, 35.05146)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 323 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $26.70 | $53.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.11 | $60.22 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.95 | $65.90 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.55 | $75.10 |
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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