How far is Johnson City, TN from South Carthage, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson City, TN to South Carthage, TN is about 239.8 miles (385.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200.5 miles (322.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 54m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson City and South Carthage.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson City and South Carthage.
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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
109.6 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 53: Carthage, Gordonsville
1218 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Gordonsville Highway
4 mi · 6 min · Gordonsville Highway
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Turn slight right
1034 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left
53 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Cookeville Highway
1.1 km · 1 min · Cookeville Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cookeville Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson City and South Carthage.
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
110 mi · 01h 58m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson City to South Carthage?
The road trip is about 239.8 miles (385.9 km) and usually takes 04h 27m 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?
Farragut is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.7 miles from Johnson City and 120 miles from South Carthage.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200.5 miles (322.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.3 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 8:06 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.90 one way or $63.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.2 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 South Carthage, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson City and South Carthage. Straight-line distance: 200.49 mi (322.65 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 South Carthage
Town in Smith County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,406 |
| Coordinates | 36.2420000, -85.9519300 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Carthage (-85.95193, 36.242)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 386 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 59m |
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 | $31.90 | $63.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.98 | $71.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $39.37 | $78.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $44.87 | $89.74 |
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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