How far is Spring Hill, TN from Bristol, TN?
The driving distance from Spring Hill, TN to Bristol, TN is about 125.3 miles (201.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115 miles (185 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Hawkins County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spring Hill and Bristol.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Hill and Bristol.
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Start on Gade Lane
12 m · 8 sec · Gade Lane
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Turn left onto Mehaffey Road
3211 ft · 2 min · Mehaffey Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mehaffey Road
1.6 mi · 6 min · Mehaffey Road
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Turn right onto Clinton Highway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Clinton Highway
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Merge slight left onto Clinton Highway
4.4 mi · 5 min · Clinton Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 640 East: Asheville
982 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Knoxville Bypass
6.9 mi · 8 min · Knoxville Bypass
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Asheville
28.5 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
76.3 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 58, US 421: Bristol, Gate City
1928 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight right
135 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto Gate City Highway
1.6 km · 2 min · Gate City Highway
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Continue on West State Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spring Hill and Bristol.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 81 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
76.3 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Spring Hill and Chance Rain Showers near Bristol.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spring Hill to Bristol?
The road trip is about 125.3 miles (201.7 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Bulls Gap is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.6 miles from Spring Hill and 62.8 miles from Bristol.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115 miles (185 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 1:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.67 one way or $33.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Spring Hill and Chance Rain Showers near Bristol.
Stop Ideas Near Bulls Gap
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Parrottsville, Tennessee Official Website
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bulls Gap.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spring Hill and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 114.97 mi (185.02 km).
#1 Spring Hill
A city in Maury County, Tennessee.
| Population | 46,152 |
| Coordinates | 36.0139700, -84.1235300 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bristol
City in Tennessee
| Population | 27,142 |
| Coordinates | 36.5951100, -82.1887400 |
| Altitude | 511 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bristol (-82.18874, 36.59511)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 202 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $16.67 | $33.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.80 | $37.60 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.57 | $41.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.44 | $46.89 |
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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