How far is Rogersville, TN from Johnson City, TN?
The driving distance from Rogersville, TN to Johnson City, TN is about 50.5 miles (81.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.8 miles (59.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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Town in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rogersville and Johnson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogersville and Johnson City.
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Start on East Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Park Boulevard
2031 ft · 45 sec · Park Boulevard
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Turn right onto Rogersville Bypass
1.5 km · 1 min · Rogersville Bypass
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Keep slight left to continue on Rogersville Bypass
10.7 mi · 12 min · Rogersville Bypass
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Continue on Lee Highway
10.1 mi · 12 min · Lee Highway
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Continue on West Stone Drive
1.1 mi · 1 min · West Stone Drive
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Continue on Lee Highway
2990 ft · 43 sec · Lee Highway
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Continue on West Stone Drive
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Stone Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City
1551 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
22.5 mi · 26 min · James H. Quillen Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 91
614 ft · 15 sec
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Turn right onto East Market Street
1705 ft · 36 sec · East Market Street
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Turn left onto Buffalo Street
977 ft · 32 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 Rogersville and Johnson City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
James H. Quillen Parkway
Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
22.5 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rogersville 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 Rogersville to Johnson City?
The road trip is about 50.5 miles (81.3 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Mount Carmel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.2 miles from Rogersville and 25.3 miles from Johnson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.8 miles (59.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 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 4:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.71 one way or $13.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Rogersville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Johnson City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rogersville and Johnson City. Straight-line distance: 36.85 mi (59.31 km).
#1 Rogersville
County seat of Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 4,364 |
| Coordinates | 36.4073200, -83.0054400 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| 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: 81 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.57 | $15.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.28 | $16.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
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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