How far is Kimsey, TN from Benton, TN?
The driving distance from Kimsey, TN to Benton, TN is about 35 miles (56.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19 miles (30.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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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 Kimsey and Benton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kimsey and Benton.
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Start on New Stansbury Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · New Stansbury Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
4.5 mi · 7 min
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Take the ramp slight right
579 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left
70 m · 6 sec
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Turn left
21.4 mi · 33 min
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Turn right onto Parksville Road
6.1 mi · 11 min · Parksville Road
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Turn left
1310 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
136 m · 20 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Town Creek Road
23 m · 2 sec · Town Creek Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Town Creek Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kimsey and Benton.
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.
Longest stretch
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21.4 mi · 00h 33m
Route Summary
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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 Kimsey and Sunny near Benton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kimsey to Benton?
The road trip is about 35 miles (56.4 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Ducktown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.6 miles from Kimsey and 17.5 miles from Benton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19 miles (30.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.68 one way or $9.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kimsey and Sunny near Benton.
Stop Ideas Near Ducktown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ducktown.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kimsey and Benton. Straight-line distance: 19.03 mi (30.63 km).
#1 Kimsey
Kimsey is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.0828600, -84.3357600 |
| Altitude | 497 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Benton
County in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,247 |
| Coordinates | 35.1742400, -84.6535500 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: Town Creek Road (-84.653862, 35.174308)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.68 | $9.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.27 | $10.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.58 | $13.15 |
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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