How far is Johnson, TN from Lake Tansi, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson, TN to Lake Tansi, TN is about 58.5 miles (94.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.9 miles (49.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson and Lake Tansi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson and Lake Tansi.
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Start on Raby Town Road
41 m · 6 sec · Raby Town Road
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Continue on Johnson Valley Road
2.5 mi · 10 min · Johnson Valley Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Sweetwater Road
3.6 mi · 6 min · Sweetwater Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Loudon Highway
5.4 mi · 8 min · Loudon Highway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Decatur Highway
4.6 mi · 7 min · Decatur Highway
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Continue on South Kentucky Street
2.2 mi · 6 min · South Kentucky Street
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Turn left
1775 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
30.2 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 101: Crossville
1130 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto Peavine Road
2327 ft · 41 sec · Peavine Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Lantana Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Lantana Road
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Turn left onto Dunbar Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Dunbar Road
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Turn left onto Cheyenne Drive
69 m · 10 sec · Cheyenne Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cheyenne Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson and Lake Tansi.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Kentucky Street
Merge slight left
30.2 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Johnson and Mostly Sunny near Lake Tansi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson to Lake Tansi?
The road trip is about 58.5 miles (94.1 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Rockwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.2 miles from Johnson and 29.3 miles from Lake Tansi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.9 miles (49.7 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 3:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.77 one way or $15.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Johnson and Lake Tansi, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Johnson and Mostly Sunny near Lake Tansi.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson and Lake Tansi. Straight-line distance: 30.86 mi (49.67 km).
#1 Johnson
Johnson is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6723000, -84.5624300 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Tansi
Census-designated place in Cumberland County, Tennessee
| Population | 3,803 |
| Coordinates | 35.8728500, -85.0544000 |
| Altitude | 585 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Tansi (-85.0544, 35.87285)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.76 | $17.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.59 | $19.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.93 | $21.85 |
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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