How far is Kingsport, TN from Blountville, TN?
The driving distance from Kingsport, TN to Blountville, TN is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m 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 22m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kingsport and Blountville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsport and Blountville.
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Start on West Center Street
987 ft · 34 sec · West Center Street
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Turn right onto Clinchfield Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Clinchfield Street
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Turn right onto West Stone Drive
12 mi · 14 min · West Stone Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 394 East
50 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight right
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Continue on Tennessee Ernie Ford Parkway
1 mi · 2 min · Tennessee Ernie Ford Parkway
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Turn left onto Bristol Highway
55 m · 9 sec · Bristol Highway
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Turn left
30 m · 7 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 Kingsport and Blountville.
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 Stone Drive
Turn right onto West Stone Drive
12 mi · 00h 14m
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 Kingsport and Sunny near Blountville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kingsport to Blountville?
The road trip is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km) and usually takes 00h 22m 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?
Spurgeon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.4 miles from Kingsport and 8.5 miles from Blountville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.22 one way or $4.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kingsport and Sunny near Blountville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kingsport and Blountville. Straight-line distance: 13.09 mi (21.06 km).
#1 Kingsport
The most populous city in Sullivan County, Tennessee.
| Population | 54,112 |
| Coordinates | 36.5484300, -82.5618200 |
| Altitude | 369 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blountville
Census-designated place in Sullivan County, Tennessee
| Population | 3,074 |
| Coordinates | 36.5331600, -82.3268100 |
| Altitude | 469 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blountville (-82.32681, 36.53316)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.22 | $4.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.75 | $5.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
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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