How far is Jonesborough, TN from Johnson City, TN?
The driving distance from Jonesborough, TN to Johnson City, TN is about 8.2 miles (13.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.8 miles (11 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 15m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Carter County, Tennessee
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jonesborough and Johnson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesborough and Johnson City.
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Start on North Cherokee Street
133 m · 14 sec · North Cherokee Street
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Turn right onto East College Street
153 m · 23 sec · East College Street
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Turn right onto Sabin Drive
119 m · 20 sec · Sabin Drive
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Turn right onto Boone Street
73 m · 11 sec · Boone Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Continue on West Walnut Street (Old Jonesboro Hwy)
3.6 mi · 6 min · West Walnut Street (Old Jonesboro Hwy)
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Take the ramp straight
55 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto West State of Franklin Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · West State of Franklin Road
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Turn right onto Buffalo Street
53 m · 8 sec · Buffalo Street
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Turn right
132 m · 32 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 Jonesborough and Johnson City.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
West Walnut Street (Old Jonesboro Hwy)
Continue on West Walnut Street (Old Jonesboro Hwy)
3.59 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Jonesborough and Mostly Sunny near Johnson City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesborough to Johnson City?
The road trip is about 8.2 miles (13.2 km) and usually takes 00h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pine Crest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.9 miles from Jonesborough and 4.3 miles from Johnson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.8 miles (11 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.09 one way or $2.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jonesborough and Mostly Sunny near Johnson City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonesborough and Johnson City. Straight-line distance: 6.81 mi (10.96 km).
#1 Jonesborough
Town in Tennessee
| Population | 5,765 |
| Coordinates | 36.2942700, -82.4734800 |
| Altitude | 516 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Johnson City
The most populous city in Washington County, Tennessee.
| Population | 66,906 |
| Coordinates | 36.3134400, -82.3534700 |
| Altitude | 498 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cherry Street (-82.353659, 36.313645)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
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 | $1.09 | $2.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.23 | $2.47 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.35 | $2.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.54 | $3.08 |
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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