How far is Johnson City, TN from Mount Pleasant, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson City, TN to Mount Pleasant, TN is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.4 miles (52.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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 00h 50m.
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
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Town in Benton County
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson City and Mount Pleasant.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson City and Mount Pleasant.
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Start on the route
132 m · 35 sec
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Turn left onto Buffalo Street
970 ft · 40 sec · Buffalo Street
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Turn sharp left onto East Market Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East Market Street
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Turn left onto John Exum Parkway
124 m · 16 sec · John Exum Parkway
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Continue on West Market Street
4.4 mi · 9 min · West Market Street
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Continue on East Jackson Boulevard
2.8 mi · 5 min · East Jackson Boulevard
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Continue on Andrew Johnson Highway
26.5 mi · 33 min · Andrew Johnson Highway
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Turn left onto Old Knoxville Highway
1484 ft · 1 min · Old Knoxville Highway
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Turn right onto Mt Pleasant Lane
21 m · 3 sec · Mt Pleasant Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mt Pleasant Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson City and Mount Pleasant.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Andrew Johnson Highway
Continue on Andrew Johnson Highway
26.5 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Johnson City and Partly Cloudy near Mount Pleasant.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson City to Mount Pleasant?
The road trip is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Big Sandy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Johnson City and 17.6 miles from Mount Pleasant.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.4 miles (52.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.68 one way or $9.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Johnson City and Partly Cloudy near Mount Pleasant.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson City and Mount Pleasant. Straight-line distance: 32.4 mi (52.14 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 Mount Pleasant
City in Maury County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 4,972 |
| Coordinates | 36.1695400, -82.9068200 |
| Altitude | 393 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Pleasant (-82.90682, 36.16954)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.68 | $9.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.27 | $10.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.58 | $13.15 |
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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