How far is Johnson, TN from Gatlinburg, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson, TN to Gatlinburg, TN is about 86.6 miles (139.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59 miles (95 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Tennessee.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson and Gatlinburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson and Gatlinburg.
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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
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
2116 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
2403 ft · 56 sec
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Continue on Henley Street
1 km · 1 min · Henley Street
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Continue on Chapman Highway
22.1 mi · 26 min · Chapman Highway
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Continue on West Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Forks of the River Parkway
3212 ft · 46 sec · Forks of the River Parkway
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Turn right onto Parkway
7.1 mi · 12 min · Parkway
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Continue on Gatlinburg Spur Road
4.4 mi · 7 min · Gatlinburg Spur Road
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Continue on Parkway
1.2 mi · 4 min · Parkway
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Turn right
124 m · 30 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 and Gatlinburg.
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Johnson and Mostly Sunny near Gatlinburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson to Gatlinburg?
The road trip is about 86.6 miles (139.3 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Knoxville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.2 miles from Johnson and 43.3 miles from Gatlinburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59 miles (95 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.6 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 2:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.50 one way or $23.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Johnson and Mostly Sunny near Gatlinburg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson and Gatlinburg. Straight-line distance: 59.02 mi (94.99 km).
#1 Johnson
Johnson is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6723000, -84.5624300 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gatlinburg
Resort city in Sevier County, Tennessee
| Population | 3,779 |
| Coordinates | 35.7145300, -83.5118900 |
| Altitude | 394 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gatlinburg (-83.51189, 35.71453)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $11.50 | $23.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.19 | $28.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.18 | $32.35 |
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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