How far is Lafayette, TN from Knoxville, TN?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Lafayette, Tennessee (zip code: 37083) to Knoxville, Tennessee, covering a distance of approximately 159 miles (256 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 50 minutes. Your destination is in a different time zone.
Directions
- Head southwest on Public Square toward Church St.
- Turn left to stay on Public Square.
- Continue straight to stay on Public Square.
- Continue straight onto Red Boiling Springs Rd.
- Continue straight onto TN-52.
- Keep right to continue on TN-52 E.
- Turn right onto Bradford Hicks Dr.
- Turn right onto W Main St.
- Pass by Arby's (on the right in 0.3 mi).
- Turn left onto TN-84 S/Old Hwy 42/Rickman Rd.
- Turn right onto S Holly St.
- Turn left onto US-70N E/E Stratton Ave.
- Continue to follow US-70N E.
- Pass by Burger King (on the left in 0.4 mi).
- Turn left to merge onto I-40 E toward Knoxville.
- Follow I-40 E to US-441 S/Henley St in Knoxville. Take exit 388 from I-40 E.
- Take exit 388 to merge onto US-441 S/Henley St.
- Continue on US-441 S. Drive to Henley St.
- Use the right lane to merge onto US-441 S/Henley St.
- Turn right onto Cumberland Ave.
- Turn left toward Cumberland Ave/W Main St.
- Slight left onto Cumberland Ave/W Main St.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Henley St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for a comfortable journey, considering the estimated travel time of 2 hours and 50 minutes.
- ⛽ Before starting, ensure your vehicle has enough fuel to cover the distance.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the road to keep yourself refreshed.
- 💵 Have some cash on hand for any tolls or unexpected expenses.
- 🚧 Stay updated on traffic conditions and consider using real-time navigation apps.
- 📱 Fully charge your phone and bring a car charger for emergencies.
- 🕰️ Keep in mind the time zone difference at your destination to adjust your schedule accordingly.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lafayette and Knoxville is 123.56 miles (198.85 km).
Flight distance from Lafayette, TN to Knoxville, TN is 123.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Lafayette to Knoxville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lafayette, Tennessee to Knoxville, Tennessee is: 162.89 miles (262.14 km) by car.
Driving from Lafayette to Knoxville will take approximately 02 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Lafayette
Human settlement in Macon County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 5271 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 36°31'16"N 86°1'35"W |
| Latitude | 36.5211600 |
| Longitude | -86.0263700 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Knoxville: US 11 (-83.920795,35.960617)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lafayette and Knoxville
The distance between Lafayette and Knoxville is 262 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 54 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 Lafayette, TN and Knoxville, TN. The current time in Lafayette is 16:50:44, although it is 17:50:44 in Knoxville.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.76 liters (5.75 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lafayette and Knoxville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lafayette to Knoxville is $18.05 (diesel $24.04).
Tennessee gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.14 | $3.56 | $3.93 | $4.18 |
| Total | $18.05 | $20.45 | $22.61 | $24.04 |
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 May 01, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lafayette and Knoxville (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
