How far is Johnson City, TN from Newport, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson City, TN to Newport, TN is about 57.7 miles (92.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m 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 01h 19m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in McNairy County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson City and Newport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson City and Newport.
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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
23.3 mi · 29 min · Andrew Johnson Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1774 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto Blue Springs Parkway
618 ft · 14 sec · Blue Springs Parkway
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Continue on West Summer Street
1232 ft · 23 sec · West Summer Street
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Newport Highway
22.5 mi · 29 min · Newport Highway
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Continue on McMahan Avenue
827 ft · 16 sec · McMahan Avenue
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Turn right
17 m · 4 sec
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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 Newport.
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
23.3 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Johnson City and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Newport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson City to Newport?
The road trip is about 57.7 miles (92.8 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Eastview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.8 miles from Johnson City and 28.9 miles from Newport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 3:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.69 one way or $15.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Johnson City and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Newport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson City and Newport. Straight-line distance: 52.34 mi (84.23 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 Newport
City in Cocke County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 6,894 |
| Coordinates | 35.9670400, -83.1876600 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newport (-83.18766, 35.96704)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.69 | $15.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
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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