How far is Knoxville, TN from Grimsley, TN?
The driving distance from Knoxville, TN to Grimsley, TN is about 90.7 miles (146 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63 miles (101.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 29m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy
Patchy Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knoxville and Grimsley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knoxville and Grimsley.
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Start on Henley Street
1056 ft · 20 sec · Henley Street
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Continue on Henley Street
727 ft · 14 sec · Henley Street
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Turn slight left onto Western Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Western Avenue
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Turn left onto Ailor Avenue
2326 ft · 43 sec · Ailor Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward I 40 West, I 75 South
1637 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
18.3 mi · 21 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
50.3 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 127, TN 28: Crossville, Jamestown
1170 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 127, TN 28: Crossville, Jamestown
79 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 26 min
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Turn left
13 m · 3 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 Knoxville and Grimsley.
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
50.3 mi · 00h 54m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Knoxville and Patchy Frost then Sunny near Grimsley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knoxville to Grimsley?
The road trip is about 90.7 miles (146 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Rockwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.3 miles from Knoxville and 45.4 miles from Grimsley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63 miles (101.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:00 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.69 one way or $23.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Knoxville and Grimsley, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Knoxville and Patchy Frost then Sunny near Grimsley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knoxville and Grimsley. Straight-line distance: 63.03 mi (101.44 km).
#1 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 190,223 |
| Coordinates | 35.9606400, -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grimsley
Grimsley is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.2670100, -84.9844000 |
| Altitude | 534 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grimsley (-84.9844, 36.26701)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $3.65 | $11.69 | $23.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.13 | $13.21 | $26.41 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $14.55 | $29.09 |
| Diesel | $5.88 | $18.80 | $37.60 |
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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