How far is Lake Shadow, TN from Harriman, TN?
The driving distance from Lake Shadow, TN to Harriman, TN is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.1 miles (13 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Roane County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Shadow and Harriman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Shadow and Harriman.
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Start on the route
597 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto River Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · River Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Decatur Highway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Decatur Highway
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Continue on South Kentucky Street
2.2 mi · 6 min · South Kentucky Street
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Turn left
1775 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Secondary SR 29: Harriman, Midtown
951 ft · 20 sec
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Turn right onto Pine Ridge Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Pine Ridge Road
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Continue on Ruritan Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Ruritan Road
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Roane Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Shadow and Harriman.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
River Road
Turn left onto River Road
2.95 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lake Shadow and Partly Cloudy near Harriman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Shadow to Harriman?
The road trip is about 12.9 miles (20.8 km) and usually takes 00h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kingston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.6 miles from Lake Shadow and 6.3 miles from Harriman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.1 miles (13 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.73 one way or $3.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lake Shadow and Partly Cloudy near Harriman.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Shadow and Harriman. Straight-line distance: 8.07 mi (12.99 km).
#1 Lake Shadow
Lake Shadow is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8203500, -84.5860500 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harriman
City in Tennessee
| Population | 6,182 |
| Coordinates | 35.9339600, -84.5524400 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 27 (-84.552322, 35.933857)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.73 | $3.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
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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