How far is Johnson City, TN from Pine Crest, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson City, TN to Pine Crest, TN is about 2.9 miles (4.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.2 miles (3.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson City and Pine Crest.
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Start on the route
132 m · 35 sec
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Turn left onto Buffalo Street
52 m · 10 sec · Buffalo Street
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Turn right onto West State of Franklin Road
966 ft · 29 sec · West State of Franklin Road
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Turn right onto South Roan Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Roan Street
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Turn left onto University Parkway
2041 ft · 55 sec · University Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Milligan Highway
1139 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Milligan Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Milligan Highway
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Turn right onto Woodland Drive
26 m · 4 sec · Woodland Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Woodland Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson City and Pine Crest.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Milligan Highway
Turn right onto Milligan Highway
1.18 mi · 00h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Johnson City and Mostly Sunny near Pine Crest.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson City to Pine Crest?
The road trip is about 2.9 miles (4.6 km) and usually takes 00h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Watauga is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.4 miles from Johnson City and 1.4 miles from Pine Crest.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.2 miles (3.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.38 one way or $0.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 0.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Johnson City and Mostly Sunny near Pine Crest.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson City and Pine Crest. Straight-line distance: 2.21 mi (3.55 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 Pine Crest
Census-designated place in Carter County, Tennessee
| Population | 2,388 |
| Coordinates | 36.2992700, -82.3179200 |
| Altitude | 511 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pine Crest (-82.31792, 36.29927)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 5 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.38 | $0.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.43 | $0.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $0.47 | $0.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $0.53 | $1.06 |
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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