How far is Knoxville, TN from South Cleveland, TN?
The driving distance from Knoxville, TN to South Cleveland, TN is about 84.9 miles (136.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.9 miles (125.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knoxville and South Cleveland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knoxville and South Cleveland.
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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
59.9 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 60: Cleveland, Dayton
947 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Georgetown Road Northwest
962 ft · 20 sec · Georgetown Road Northwest
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Continue on 25th Street Northwest
554 ft · 12 sec · 25th Street Northwest
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Continue on 25th Street NW
3052 ft · 60 sec · 25th Street NW
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Continue on 25th Street Northwest
1737 ft · 35 sec · 25th Street Northwest
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Turn right onto Keith Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Keith Street
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Turn left onto Inman Street West
1.4 km · 2 min · Inman Street West
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Turn right onto Wildwood Avenue
2572 ft · 54 sec · Wildwood Avenue
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Continue on Dalton Pk
903 ft · 18 sec · Dalton Pk
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Continue on Wildwood Avenue Southeast
2699 ft · 56 sec · Wildwood Avenue Southeast
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Turn right
11 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
25 m · 6 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 South Cleveland.
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
59.9 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Knoxville and Chance Rain Showers near South Cleveland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knoxville to South Cleveland?
The road trip is about 84.9 miles (136.7 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Luttrell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.5 miles from Knoxville and 42.5 miles from South Cleveland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.9 miles (125.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.31 one way or $22.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Knoxville and Chance Rain Showers near South Cleveland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knoxville and South Cleveland. Straight-line distance: 77.88 mi (125.34 km).
#1 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 190,223 |
| Coordinates | 35.9606400, -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Cleveland
Census-designated place in Bradley County, Tennessee
| Population | 6,912 |
| Coordinates | 35.1411900, -84.8721700 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Cleveland (-84.87217, 35.14119)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.31 | $22.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.96 | $27.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.91 | $31.82 |
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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