How far is Johnson, TN from East Brainerd, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson, TN to East Brainerd, TN is about 67.6 miles (108.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m 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 26m.
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.
Human settlement in Bradley County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson and East Brainerd.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson and East Brainerd.
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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
4.8 mi · 9 min · Oakland Road
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Take the ramp right
1811 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
56.5 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Shallowford Road
1431 ft · 40 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Shallowford Road
2263 ft · 1 min · Shallowford Road
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Turn right onto Gunbarrel Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Gunbarrel Road
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Turn left onto East Brainerd Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Brainerd Road
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Turn right onto Graysville Road
3217 ft · 2 min · Graysville Road
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Turn right onto Iris Drive
146 m · 21 sec · Iris Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Iris Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson and East Brainerd.
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
56.5 mi · 01h 02m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Johnson and Mostly Clear near East Brainerd.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson to East Brainerd?
The road trip is about 67.6 miles (108.8 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?
Charleston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.8 miles from Johnson and 33.8 miles from East Brainerd.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.3 miles (92.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.01 one way or $18.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Johnson and Mostly Clear near East Brainerd.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson and East Brainerd. Straight-line distance: 57.28 mi (92.19 km).
#1 Johnson
Johnson is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6723000, -84.5624300 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Brainerd
Unincorporated community in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 15,114 |
| Coordinates | 34.9959100, -85.1502300 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Brainerd (-85.15023, 34.99591)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 109 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $9.01 | $18.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.16 | $20.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.12 | $22.25 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.68 | $25.35 |
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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