How far is Sneedville, TN from Knoxville, TN?

Fastest route

The route from Sneedville, Tennessee to Knoxville, Tennessee takes approximately 1 hour and 23 minutes, covering a distance of 69.0 miles via US-11W S. The directions include following TN-31 S to US-11W S in Mooresburg, then continuing on US-11W S until reaching Henley St in Knoxville.

Directions

  1. 🚗 Head southwest on TN-33 S/Main St toward Court St.
  2. 🛣️ Continue to follow TN-33 S and merge onto TN-31 S/TN-66 S.
  3. ➡️ Turn right onto Old Hwy 11 W.
  4. 🛣️ Continue on US-11W S and drive to Henley St in Knoxville.
  5. ➡️ Turn right onto Lee Hwy/Old Lee Hwy.
  6. ➡️ Turn right onto US-11W S/US-25 E N.
  7. ➡️ Take a slight right onto US-11W S and use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-40 W. Continue to follow the signs.

Tips & Suggestions

  • Make sure to follow the given directions closely to stay on the designated route.
  • Check for any traffic conditions or road closures before starting your journey.
  • Keep an eye out for road signs to ensure you don't miss any turns.
  • It's advisable to have a GPS or map application handy for navigation assistance.
  • Plan your trip according to your estimated travel time to reach your destination on time.
  • Consider refueling your vehicle before embarking on the journey.
  • Take necessary breaks during the trip to rest and stretch, especially for longer drives.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
69.34 mi
01h 24m
Flight
55.52 mi
89.35 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
55.52 mi
Kilometers
89.35 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
69.34 mi
Kilometers
111.59 km
Drive Time
01h 24m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Knoxville
Sat, Apr 18, 8:27 PM EDT
Return by in Sneedville
Sat, Apr 18, 9:52 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sneedville
2026-04-18T19:02
Arrive Knoxville
Sat, Apr 18, 8:27 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:25 AM to 11:25 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:40 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sneedville
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Rutledge
TN

American town in Grainger County, Tennessee

From Sneedville
34.6 mi
00h 42m
To Knoxville
34.7 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
88°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sneedville and Knoxville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sneedville and Knoxville.

  1. 1

    Start on Main Street

    1.6 km · 2 min · Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    736 ft · 14 sec

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    17.1 mi · 25 min

  4. 4

    Turn right

    3.3 mi · 5 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right

    1851 ft · 51 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Appalachian Highway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Appalachian Highway

  7. 7

    Keep slight right

    40.1 mi · 46 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    1727 ft · 42 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 158 West: Downtown, University of Tennessee

    1323 ft · 27 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on TN 158 West, South US 441: James White Parkway, Downtown, University of Tennessee

    1.5 km · 2 min

  12. 12

    Continue on James White Parkway

    1932 ft · 24 sec · James White Parkway

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on Neyland Drive

    769 ft · 15 sec · Neyland Drive

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Cumerland Avenue

    1204 ft · 31 sec

  15. 15

    Continue on Cumberland Avenue

    1739 ft · 37 sec · Cumberland Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Henley Street

    120 m · 17 sec · Henley Street

  17. 17

    Continue on Henley Street

    78 m · 12 sec · Henley Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Henley Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sneedville and Knoxville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
26 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Appalachian Highway
45 mi · 65%
Main Street
18.6 mi · 27%
TN 158 West
0.94 mi · 1%
James White Parkway
0.37 mi · 1%
Cumberland Avenue
0.33 mi
SR 158 West
0.25 mi
Longest Stretch

Appalachian Highway

Keep slight right

40.1 mi · 00h 46m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.7 mi
55.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Rutledge
00h 42m from Sneedville
Leave By
3:40 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sneedville and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Knoxville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sneedville to Knoxville?

The road trip is about 69.3 miles (111.6 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?

Rutledge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.6 miles from Sneedville and 34.7 miles from Knoxville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 55.6 miles (89.4 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 3:40 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.24 one way or $18.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sneedville and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Knoxville.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sneedville and Knoxville. Straight-line distance: 55.52 mi (89.35 km).

Sneedville

#1 Sneedville

City in Hancock County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population1,322
Coordinates36.5298100, -83.2174000
Altitude357
CountryUnited States
Knoxville

#2 Knoxville

The most populous city in Tennessee.

Population190,223
Coordinates35.9606400, -83.9207400
Altitude276
CountryUnited States
Start: Main Street (-83.217295, 36.529717)
End: US 11 (-83.920795, 35.960617)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 112 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.45 gal
9.26 L · about $9.24
Round trip
$18.48
4.9 gal · 18.52 L
Estimated CO2
21.8 kg one way
Round trip: 43.5 kg / 96 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $9.24 $18.48
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.42 $20.84
Premium $4.65 $11.40 $22.80
Diesel $5.30 $12.99 $25.99

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Sneedville and Knoxville. The current time is 19:02:59.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.