How far is Knoxville, TN from Jasper, TN?
The driving distance from Knoxville, TN to Jasper, TN is about 134.7 miles (216.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113.8 miles (183.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 02h 35m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in McMinn County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knoxville and Jasper.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knoxville and Jasper.
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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 left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
83.1 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
26.3 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 27: Nickajack Dam, Powells Crossroads
1482 ft · 36 sec
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Turn slight right onto R A Griffith Highway
1782 ft · 42 sec · R A Griffith Highway
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Turn left onto Dixie Highway West
3.8 mi · 6 min · Dixie Highway West
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Turn right onto Betsy Pack Drive
26 m · 1 sec · Betsy Pack Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Betsy Pack Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Knoxville and Jasper.
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 75 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Chattanooga
83.1 mi · 01h 31m
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.
Sunny leaving Knoxville and Sunny near Jasper.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knoxville to Jasper?
The road trip is about 134.7 miles (216.8 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Calhoun is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.4 miles from Knoxville and 67.4 miles from Jasper.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113.8 miles (183.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.9 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.95 one way or $35.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Knoxville and Jasper, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Knoxville and Sunny near Jasper.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knoxville and Jasper. Straight-line distance: 113.79 mi (183.12 km).
#1 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 190,223 |
| Coordinates | 35.9606400, -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jasper
Tennessee town
| Population | 3,412 |
| Coordinates | 35.0742400, -85.6260800 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jasper (-85.62608, 35.07424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 217 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $3.77 | $17.95 | $35.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.24 | $40.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.15 | $44.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.25 | $50.49 |
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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