How far is Johnson, TN from Kingsport, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson, TN to Kingsport, TN is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127 miles (204.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
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.
Town in Jefferson County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson and Kingsport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson and Kingsport.
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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
36.7 mi · 41 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
50.5 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 93: Jonesborough, Fall Branch
1136 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 93: Jonesborough, Fall Branch
155 m · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
2954 ft · 38 sec
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Continue straight
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue on Sullivan Gardens Drive
3.1 mi · 4 min · Sullivan Gardens Drive
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Continue on South Wilcox Drive
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Wilcox Drive
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Continue on Sullivan Gardens Parkway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Sullivan Gardens Parkway
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Turn left onto South Wilcox Drive
2.6 mi · 5 min · South Wilcox Drive
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Turn left onto East Sullivan Street
1108 ft · 24 sec · East Sullivan Street
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Turn slight left onto East Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Broad Street
577 ft · 16 sec · Broad Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Broad Street
14 m · 1 sec · Broad Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Broad Street
132 m · 19 sec · Broad Street
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Turn left onto West Center Street
698 ft · 24 sec · West Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson and Kingsport.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 81 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
50.5 mi · 00h 54m
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.
Sunny leaving Johnson and Sunny near Kingsport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson to Kingsport?
The road trip is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Dandridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.5 miles from Johnson and 72.7 miles from Kingsport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127 miles (204.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 12:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.99 one way or $39.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Johnson and Sunny near Kingsport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson and Kingsport. Straight-line distance: 127.02 mi (204.42 km).
#1 Johnson
Johnson is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6723000, -84.5624300 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kingsport
The most populous city in Sullivan County, Tennessee.
| Population | 54,112 |
| Coordinates | 36.5484300, -82.5618200 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kingsport (-82.56182, 36.54843)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $3.90 | $19.99 | $39.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $22.35 | $44.70 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $24.44 | $48.89 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $30.73 | $61.46 |
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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