How far is Johnson, TN from Union, TN?
The driving distance from Johnson, TN to Union, TN is about 59.6 miles (95.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.6 miles (76.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m 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 01h 22m.
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 McMinn County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Johnson and Union.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson and Union.
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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
37.4 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 60: Cleveland, Dayton
947 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Georgetown Road Northwest
962 ft · 20 sec · Georgetown Road Northwest
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Continue on 25th Street Northwest
554 ft · 12 sec · 25th Street Northwest
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Continue on 25th Street NW
3052 ft · 60 sec · 25th Street NW
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Continue on 25th Street Northwest
3.4 mi · 5 min · 25th Street Northwest
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Continue on Appalachian Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Appalachian Highway
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Take the exit slight right
812 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight left
30 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Spring Place Road Southeast
8.4 mi · 15 min · Spring Place Road Southeast
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Turn slight right onto Hughes Lake Road Southeast
1.3 mi · 3 min · Hughes Lake Road Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hughes Lake Road Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Johnson and Union.
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
37.4 mi · 00h 40m
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 Union.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Johnson to Union?
The road trip is about 59.6 miles (95.9 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Calhoun is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.8 miles from Johnson and 29.8 miles from Union.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.6 miles (76.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 3:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.20 one way or $16.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Johnson and Sunny near Union.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Johnson and Union. Straight-line distance: 47.6 mi (76.6 km).
#1 Johnson
Johnson is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6723000, -84.5624300 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Union
Union is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.0139600, -84.8110500 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Union (-84.81105, 35.01396)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $8.20 | $16.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $9.17 | $18.33 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $10.03 | $20.05 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $12.60 | $25.21 |
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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