How far is Knoxville, TN from Fairmount, TN?
The driving distance from Knoxville, TN to Fairmount, TN is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.6 miles (171.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knoxville and Fairmount.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knoxville and Fairmount.
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Start on Henley Street
1056 ft · 20 sec · Henley Street
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Take the exit straight toward I 40, I 275 North: Nashville, Asheville, Lexington
1301 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Asheville
2104 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
33.2 mi · 37 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
76.3 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 58, US 421: Bristol, Gate City
1928 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight right
135 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto Gate City Highway
1.6 km · 2 min · Gate City Highway
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Continue on West State Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West State Street
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Continue on State Street
1 km · 1 min · State Street
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Turn right onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1033 ft · 24 sec · Pennsylvania Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
3041 ft · 45 sec · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Turn left onto Maple Street
139 m · 6 sec · Maple Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Maple Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Knoxville and Fairmount.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 81 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
76.3 mi · 01h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Knoxville and Sunny near Fairmount.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knoxville to Fairmount?
The road trip is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Bulls Gap is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.2 miles from Knoxville and 57.4 miles from Fairmount.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.6 miles (171.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.88 one way or $29.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Knoxville and Sunny near Fairmount.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knoxville and Fairmount. Straight-line distance: 106.59 mi (171.54 km).
#1 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 190,223 |
| Coordinates | 35.9606400, -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairmount
Fairmount is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.5851100, -82.1709700 |
| Altitude | 529 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fairmount (-82.17097, 36.58511)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $3.68 | $14.88 | $29.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.15 | $16.77 | $33.53 |
| Premium | $4.56 | $18.43 | $36.87 |
| Diesel | $5.90 | $23.82 | $47.65 |
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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