How far is Knoxville, TN from Green Hill, TN?
The driving distance from Knoxville, TN to Green Hill, TN is about 167 miles (268.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.9 miles (238 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 06m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knoxville and Green Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knoxville and Green Hill.
-
1
Start on Henley Street
1056 ft · 20 sec · Henley Street
-
2
Continue on Henley Street
727 ft · 14 sec · Henley Street
-
3
Turn slight left onto Western Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Western Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto Ailor Avenue
2326 ft · 43 sec · Ailor Avenue
-
5
Take the ramp straight toward I 40 West, I 75 South
1637 ft · 40 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
18.3 mi · 21 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
136 mi · 2 hr 26 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward TN 109: Gallatin
1834 ft · 48 sec
-
9
Turn right
3.5 mi · 4 min
-
10
Turn left
1357 ft · 50 sec
-
11
Turn straight onto Lebanon Road
6.7 mi · 10 min · Lebanon Road
-
12
Turn right onto Santa Fe Trail
43 m · 6 sec · Santa Fe Trail
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Santa Fe Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Knoxville and Green Hill.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Nashville
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
136 mi · 02h 26m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Knoxville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Green Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knoxville to Green Hill?
The road trip is about 167 miles (268.7 km) and usually takes 03h 06m 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?
Monterey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.4 miles from Knoxville and 83.6 miles from Green Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.9 miles (238 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.1 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 10:46 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.21 one way or $44.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Knoxville and Green Hill, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Knoxville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Green Hill.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knoxville and Green Hill. Straight-line distance: 147.87 mi (237.98 km).
#1 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 190,223 |
| Coordinates | 35.9606400, -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Green Hill
Census-designated place in Wilson County, Tennessee
| Population | 6,618 |
| Coordinates | 36.2228300, -86.5494400 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Green Hill (-86.54944, 36.22283)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 269 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $22.21 | $44.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.05 | $50.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.41 | $54.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.24 | $62.48 |
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 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.