How far is Johnson, TN from Dandridge, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson, TN to Dandridge, TN is about 79.5 miles (128 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.5 miles (110.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Williamson County, Tennessee.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson and Dandridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson and Dandridge.
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Start on Raby Town Road
1.5 mi · 6 min · Raby Town Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Oakland Road
5.1 mi · 9 min · Oakland Road
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Take the ramp left
1795 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
38 mi · 42 min
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Keep slight left
30.7 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 25W, US 70: Dandrige
1577 ft · 39 sec
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Turn slight right
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Turn slight right
111 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight
3213 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Chestnut Hill Road
525 ft · 16 sec · Chestnut Hill Road
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Turn left onto East Main Street
23 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson and Dandridge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Oakland Road
Merge slight left
38 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Johnson and Sunny near Dandridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson to Dandridge?
The road trip is about 79.5 miles (128 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Brentwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.7 miles from Johnson and 39.8 miles from Dandridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.5 miles (110.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.60 one way or $21.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Johnson and Sunny near Dandridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson and Dandridge. Straight-line distance: 68.5 mi (110.24 km).
#1 Johnson
Johnson is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6723000, -84.5624300 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dandridge
Town in Jefferson County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 3,182 |
| Coordinates | 36.0153700, -83.4148900 |
| Altitude | 304 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dandridge (-83.41489, 36.01537)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.60 | $21.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.08 | $26.16 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
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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