How far is Kingsport, TN from Collegedale, TN?

The estimated driving distance from Kingsport, TN to Collegedale, TN is about 216.9 miles (349.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 30m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 173.5 miles (279.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
216.92 mi
04h 30m · estimated
Flight
173.54 mi
279.28 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
173.54 mi
Kilometers
279.28 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
216.92 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
349.1 km
Drive Time
04h 30m

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Collegedale
Fri, Apr 10, 11:18 PM EDT
Return by in Kingsport
Sat, Apr 11, 3:49 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kingsport
2026-04-10T18:48
Arrive Collegedale
Fri, Apr 10, 11:18 PM EDT
Route Timing
04h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:31 AM to 12:31 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:58 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kingsport
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Watertown
TN

City in Wilson County, Tennessee, United States

From Kingsport
86.7 mi
02h 15m
To Collegedale
130.2 mi
02h 15m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 1:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W
Destination
77°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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Step-by-step road directions between Kingsport and Collegedale.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 30m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+43.4 mi
173.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Watertown
02h 15m from Kingsport
Leave By
7:58 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Kingsport and Sunny near Collegedale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kingsport to Collegedale?

The road trip is about 216.9 miles (349.1 km) and usually takes 04h 30m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Watertown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.7 miles from Kingsport and 130.2 miles from Collegedale.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 173.5 miles (279.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.89 one way or $57.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kingsport and Sunny near Collegedale.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kingsport and Collegedale. Straight-line distance: 173.54 mi (279.28 km).

Kingsport

#1 Kingsport

The most populous city in Sullivan County, Tennessee.

Population54,112
Coordinates36.5484300, -82.5618200
Altitude369
CountryUnited States
Collegedale

#2 Collegedale

City in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population11,400
Coordinates35.0531300, -85.0502300
Altitude239
CountryUnited States
Start: Kingsport (-82.56182, 36.54843)
End: Collegedale (-85.05023, 35.05313)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 349 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 20m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.66 gal
28.98 L · about $28.89
Round trip
$57.77
15.32 gal · 57.96 L
Estimated CO2
68.1 kg one way
Round trip: 136.1 kg / 300 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $28.89 $57.77
Mid-grade $4.25 $32.58 $65.16
Premium $4.65 $35.65 $71.30
Diesel $5.30 $40.63 $81.26

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · Apr 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Kingsport and Collegedale. The current time is 18:48:07.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.