How far is Knoxville, TN from Nashville, TN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Knoxville and Nashville is 160.57 miles (258.41 km).
Flight distance from Knoxville, TN to Nashville, TN is 160.57 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Knoxville to Nashville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Knoxville, Tennessee to Nashville, Tennessee is: 180.39 miles (290.31 km) by car.
Driving from Knoxville to Nashville will take approximately 02 hours 40 minutes.
#1 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee. It is located in the eastern part of the state. Knoxville is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Knoxville Zoo and the Museum of Art & Design.
| Population | 190223 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°57'38"N 83°55'15"W |
| Latitude | 35.9606400 |
| Longitude | -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nashville
The twenty-second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Nashville metropolitan area. It is located on the Cumberland River in central Tennessee. Nashville is a major center for the music industry and is home to the Grand Ole Opry.
| Population | 684410 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°9'57"N 86°47'4"W |
| Latitude | 36.1658900 |
| Longitude | -86.7844400 |
| Altitude | 170 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Nashville: (-86.784719,36.165773)
Estimated Travel Time Between Knoxville and Nashville
The distance between Knoxville and Nashville is 290 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 13 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Knoxville, TN and Nashville, TN. The current time in Knoxville is 18:48:53, although it is 17:48:53 in Nashville.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 00 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 30 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 36 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 00 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 34 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.1 liters (6.37 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Knoxville and Nashville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Knoxville to Nashville is $19.99 (diesel $26.63).
Tennessee gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.14 | $3.56 | $3.93 | $4.18 |
| Total | $19.99 | $22.65 | $25.04 | $26.63 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Tennessee ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.140 (Diesel $4.183) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Knoxville and Nashville (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
