How far is South Fulton, TN from Knoxville, TN?
The driving distance from South Fulton, TN to Knoxville, TN is about 337 miles (542.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 278.6 miles (448.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Davidson County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Fulton and Knoxville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Fulton and Knoxville.
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Start on Broadway Street
583 ft · 12 sec · Broadway Street
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Continue on Commercial Avenue
136 m · 11 sec · Commercial Avenue
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Turn right onto Lake Street
897 ft · 21 sec · Lake Street
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Turn right onto Mears Street
1083 ft · 27 sec · Mears Street
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Turn left onto Martin L King Jr Drive
1351 ft · 27 sec · Martin L King Jr Drive
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Continue on Mayfield Road
528 ft · 11 sec · Mayfield Road
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Turn left onto Fulgham Road
74 m · 5 sec · Fulgham Road
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Continue on Kentucky Avenue
2047 ft · 42 sec · Kentucky Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1546 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
48 mi · 51 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 24 East, I 69 North: Nashville, Henderson
113.2 mi · 2 hr 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue on I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
80.6 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Continue straight
93.2 mi · 1 hr 42 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 South Fulton and Knoxville.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 24 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 24 East, I 69 North: Nashville, Henderson
113 mi · 02h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving South Fulton and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Knoxville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Fulton to Knoxville?
The road trip is about 337 miles (542.3 km) and usually takes 05h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Berry Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 172.7 miles from South Fulton and 164.3 miles from Knoxville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 278.6 miles (448.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.84 one way or $89.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between South Fulton and Knoxville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around South Fulton and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Knoxville.
Stop Ideas Near Berry Hill
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Berry Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Fulton and Knoxville. Straight-line distance: 278.62 mi (448.39 km).
#1 South Fulton
City in Obion County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 2,210 |
| Coordinates | 36.5008900, -88.8753400 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| 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: 542 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 12m |
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 | $44.84 | $89.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $50.57 | $101.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $55.34 | $110.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $63.06 | $126.13 |
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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