How far is Newport, TN from Johnson City, TN?
The driving distance from Newport, TN to Johnson City, TN is about 58 miles (93.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 27m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in McNairy County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newport and Johnson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport and Johnson City.
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Start on the route
17 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto McMahan Avenue
827 ft · 14 sec · McMahan Avenue
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Continue on North Street
22.5 mi · 29 min · North Street
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Continue on West Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Asheville Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Asheville Highway
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Turn left onto West Summer Street
895 ft · 17 sec · West Summer Street
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Take the exit slight right
1359 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Andrew Johnson Highway
23.4 mi · 29 min · West Andrew Johnson Highway
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Continue on West Jackson Boulevard
2.8 mi · 5 min · West Jackson Boulevard
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Continue on West Market Street
4.5 mi · 9 min · West Market Street
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Turn right onto Delaware Street
159 m · 19 sec · Delaware Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Buffalo Street
697 ft · 23 sec · Buffalo Street
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Turn right
132 m · 32 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 Newport and Johnson City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Andrew Johnson Highway
Merge slight left onto West Andrew Johnson Highway
23.4 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Newport and Showers And Thunderstorms near Johnson City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newport to Johnson City?
The road trip is about 58 miles (93.4 km) and usually takes 01h 13m 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?
Eastview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.7 miles from Newport and 29.3 miles from Johnson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 4:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.73 one way or $15.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Newport and Showers And Thunderstorms near Johnson City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newport and Johnson City. Straight-line distance: 52.34 mi (84.23 km).
#1 Newport
City in Cocke County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 6,894 |
| Coordinates | 35.9670400, -83.1876600 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Johnson City
The most populous city in Washington County, Tennessee.
| Population | 66,906 |
| Coordinates | 36.3134400, -82.3534700 |
| Altitude | 498 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cherry Street (-82.353659, 36.313645)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.87 | $21.75 |
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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