How far is Livingston, TN from Knoxville, TN?
The driving distance from Livingston, TN to Knoxville, TN is about 107.1 miles (172.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.5 miles (134.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cumberland County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livingston and Knoxville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston and Knoxville.
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Start on West Court Square
39 m · 11 sec · West Court Square
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Turn left onto West Broad Street
2255 ft · 38 sec · West Broad Street
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Cookeville Highway
2460 ft · 40 sec · Cookeville Highway
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Take the exit left
2159 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight
16.6 mi · 25 min
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Turn right onto South Holly Street
1597 ft · 32 sec · South Holly Street
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Turn left onto East Stratton Avenue
2346 ft · 47 sec · East Stratton Avenue
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Continue on Crossville Highway
854 ft · 21 sec · Crossville Highway
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Take the ramp left
860 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
82.9 mi · 1 hr 31 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 Livingston and Knoxville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Crossville Highway
Merge slight left
82.9 mi · 01h 31m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Livingston and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Knoxville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livingston to Knoxville?
The road trip is about 107.1 miles (172.4 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
Crab Orchard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.6 miles from Livingston and 53.6 miles from Knoxville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.5 miles (134.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 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 2:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.25 one way or $28.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Livingston and Knoxville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Livingston and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Knoxville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livingston and Knoxville. Straight-line distance: 83.49 mi (134.36 km).
#1 Livingston
Town in Tennessee, US
| Population | 4,129 |
| Coordinates | 36.3834000, -85.3230200 |
| Altitude | 313 |
| 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: 172 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
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 | $14.25 | $28.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.08 | $32.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.59 | $35.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.05 | $40.10 |
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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