How far is Unicoi, TN from Fall Branch, TN?
The driving distance from Unicoi, TN to Fall Branch, TN is about 32.3 miles (52 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.7 miles (34.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 39m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Unicoi and Fall Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Unicoi and Fall Branch.
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Start on Unicoi Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Unicoi Drive
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Turn left
1395 ft · 31 sec
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Take the ramp right
1845 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
23 mi · 27 min · James H. Quillen Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South: Knoxville
1100 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
6.2 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 93: Jonesborough, Fall Branch
1680 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 93: Jonesborough, Fall Branch
74 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
1852 ft · 24 sec
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 58 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 Unicoi and Fall Branch.
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.
James H. Quillen Parkway
Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
23 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Unicoi and Mostly Sunny near Fall Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Unicoi to Fall Branch?
The road trip is about 32.3 miles (52 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Spurgeon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.2 miles from Unicoi and 16.2 miles from Fall Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.7 miles (34.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.45 one way or $8.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Unicoi and Mostly Sunny near Fall Branch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Unicoi and Fall Branch. Straight-line distance: 21.68 mi (34.89 km).
#1 Unicoi
City in Unicoi County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 3,579 |
| Coordinates | 36.1953900, -82.3495800 |
| Altitude | 586 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fall Branch
Census-designated place in Washington and Greene counties, Tennessee
| Population | 1,291 |
| Coordinates | 36.4181600, -82.6237600 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fall Branch (-82.62376, 36.41816)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.90 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $5.44 | $10.88 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
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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