How far is Kingsport, TN from Columbia, TN?
The driving distance from Kingsport, TN to Columbia, TN is about 316.8 miles (509.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 257.9 miles (415.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 40m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 50m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cumberland County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kingsport and Columbia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsport and Columbia.
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Start on West Center Street
636 ft · 24 sec · West Center Street
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Turn right onto Broad Street
133 m · 12 sec · Broad Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Broad Street
15 m · 2 sec · Broad Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Broad Street
573 ft · 21 sec · Broad Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on East Sullivan Street
1054 ft · 24 sec · East Sullivan Street
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Turn right onto South Wilcox Drive
2.6 mi · 5 min · South Wilcox Drive
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Turn right onto Sullivan Gardens Parkway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Sullivan Gardens Parkway
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Continue on South Wilcox Drive
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Wilcox Drive
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Continue on Sullivan Gardens Drive
3.1 mi · 4 min · Sullivan Gardens Drive
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
1627 ft · 21 sec
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Take the exit slight right
1754 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
49.4 mi · 53 min
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Continue on I 40 West: Knoxville
1.1 km · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
52.8 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
132.7 mi · 2 hr 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue on Tennessee National Guard Parkway
44.6 mi · 48 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
1805 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Huntsville
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
11.5 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 412, 99: Columbia, Chapel Hill
1053 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 412: Columbia
49 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Bear Creek Pike
7.1 mi · 8 min · Bear Creek Pike
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Turn left onto Nashville Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Nashville Highway
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Continue on North Garden Street
2506 ft · 58 sec · North Garden Street
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Turn left onto West 7th Street
24 m · 2 sec · West 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kingsport and Columbia.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Nashville
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
133 mi · 02h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kingsport and Sunny near Columbia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kingsport to Columbia?
The road trip is about 316.8 miles (509.9 km) and usually takes 05h 50m 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?
Crab Orchard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 158.3 miles from Kingsport and 158.6 miles from Columbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 257.9 miles (415.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.9 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 5:20 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.16 one way or $84.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Kingsport and Columbia, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Kingsport and Sunny near Columbia.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kingsport and Columbia. Straight-line distance: 257.96 mi (415.14 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 Columbia
The county seat of Maury County, Tennessee.
| Population | 41,826 |
| Coordinates | 35.6150700, -87.0352800 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
End: Columbia (-87.03528, 35.61507)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 510 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $42.16 | $84.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $47.55 | $95.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $52.03 | $104.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $59.30 | $118.60 |
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 · May 13, 2026
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