How far is Rocky Top, TN from Knoxville, TN?
The driving distance from Rocky Top, TN to Knoxville, TN is about 25.5 miles (41.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rocky Top and Knoxville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rocky Top and Knoxville.
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Start on 4th Street
4 m · 9 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1360 ft · 40 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on North Main Street
2884 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Norris Freeway
1736 ft · 30 sec · Norris Freeway
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Take the ramp right toward Knoxville
1241 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
20.2 mi · 25 min
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Continue straight
2.9 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, US 441 South: Asheville, Henley Street
1376 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 441 South: Henley Street
647 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left
2877 ft · 1 min
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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 Rocky Top and Knoxville.
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.
Norris Freeway
Merge slight left
20.2 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Sunny leaving Rocky Top and Sunny near Knoxville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rocky Top to Knoxville?
The road trip is about 25.5 miles (41.1 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Clinton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.8 miles from Rocky Top and 12.7 miles from Knoxville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.26 one way or $6.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rocky Top and Sunny near Knoxville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rocky Top and Knoxville. Straight-line distance: 22.05 mi (35.49 km).
#1 Rocky Top
Rocky Top is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.2178600, -84.1546500 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| 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: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.63 | $3.26 | $6.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.10 | $3.69 | $7.38 |
| Premium | $4.52 | $4.07 | $8.14 |
| Diesel | $5.86 | $5.27 | $10.54 |
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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