How far is Lake Tansi, TN from Knoxville, TN?
The driving distance from Lake Tansi, TN to Knoxville, TN is about 75.8 miles (122 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.8 miles (102.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 01h 16m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Tansi and Knoxville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Tansi and Knoxville.
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Start on Cheyenne Drive
69 m · 11 sec · Cheyenne Drive
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Turn right onto Dunbar Road
2.6 mi · 6 min · Dunbar Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lantana Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Lantana Road
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Turn right onto Miller Avenue
3.5 mi · 5 min · Miller Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Peavine Road
39 m · 3 sec · Peavine Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Peavine Road
1754 ft · 34 sec · Peavine Road
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Take the ramp right
1312 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
62.3 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Keep slight left
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
2116 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
2403 ft · 56 sec
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Continue on Henley Street
1238 ft · 27 sec · Henley Street
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Continue on Henley Street
78 m · 12 sec · Henley Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Henley Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Tansi and Knoxville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Peavine Road
Merge slight left
62.3 mi · 01h 09m
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 Lake Tansi and Sunny near Knoxville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Tansi to Knoxville?
The road trip is about 75.8 miles (122 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Midtown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.8 miles from Lake Tansi and 38 miles from Knoxville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.8 miles (102.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.11 one way or $20.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Lake Tansi and Knoxville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lake Tansi and Sunny near Knoxville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Tansi and Knoxville. Straight-line distance: 63.73 mi (102.56 km).
#1 Lake Tansi
Census-designated place in Cumberland County, Tennessee
| Population | 3,803 |
| Coordinates | 35.8728500, -85.0544000 |
| Altitude | 585 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 190,223 |
| Coordinates | 35.9606400, -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 11 (-83.920795, 35.960617)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $10.11 | $20.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.47 | $24.95 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.21 | $28.43 |
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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