Origin
Bean Station, TN
Afternoon in Bean Station on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bean Station, TN to Kingsport, TN
Drive Time
56m
Distance
46.1 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
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6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bean Station, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through East Tennessee, the 46.1-mile journey from Bean Station to Kingsport is an efficient way to navigate the Southeast. You can expect to spend about 56 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion that does not require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the trip is as affordable as it is brief. You will primarily travel via the Lee Highway, the Rogersville Bypass, and West Stone Drive. Since the entire route takes place within the state of Tennessee, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
23.1 miles from Bean Station, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Because this route features a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roads for the entire 46.1-mile duration. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 26.2-mile stretch along the Lee Highway. As you transition from the rural character of Bean Station toward the more developed environment of Kingsport, the road’s personality shifts from open local stretches to the more congested flow of the Rogersville Bypass and West Stone Drive. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local infrastructure.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lee Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 26.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 11W; SR 1 / Lee Highway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 11W; SR 1 / Lee Highway): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles (US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.2 miles (Donelson Drive): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 11W; SR 1 / Lee Highway
Turn left onto US 11W; SR 1 / Lee Highway
Navigation decision point
6
19.4 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
45.2 mi into trip
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~53m in
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Donelson Drive
Turn right onto Donelson Drive
Navigation decision point
6
45.7 mi into trip
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~54m in
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Clinchfield Street
Turn right onto Clinchfield Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / slight right lanes.
6
45.9 mi into trip
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~55m in
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TN 36 / West Center Street
Turn left onto TN 36 / West Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Highway | 26.2 mi | 31m |
| Rogersville Bypass | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| West Stone Drive | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Clinchfield Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Sullivan Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Donelson Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Center Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lee Highway
— 26.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bean Station, TN and Kingsport, TN.
1
Start on Old US 11W
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 11W; SR 1
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Lee Highway
3
Continue on US 11W; SR 1
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Rogersville Bypass
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11W; SR 1
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Rogersville Bypass
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on US 11W
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Lee Highway
6
Continue on US 11W
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Stone Drive
7
Continue on US 11W
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lee Highway
8
Continue on US 11W
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Stone Drive
Use the none lane.
9
Turn right onto Donelson Drive
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
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Donelson Drive
10
Turn straight onto West Sullivan Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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West Sullivan Street
11
Turn right onto Clinchfield Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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Clinchfield Street
Use the left / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto TN 36
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Center Street
Use the none lane.
13
Arrive at destination
TN 36
Trip Plan
Because this drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. While the 56-minute duration is quick, remember that the technical nature of the turn-heavy roads means you should prioritize steady driving over high speeds. There are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 46.1-mile route, allowing you to complete the journey in one continuous push if you prefer. Keep your $7 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a trip defined by local turns rather than highway cruising. Since you will be navigating through local corridors, stay alert for changing speed limits as you approach the final stretch on West Stone Drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 23.1 miles from Bean Station, TN, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 46.1 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.1 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kingsport, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bean Station, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bean Station, TN
This is one driving day of about 46.1 miles and 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bean Station, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Lee Highway for about 26.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.1 mi from Bean Station, TN · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 46.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.1 miles from Bean Station, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kingsport, TN
The final approach into Kingsport, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Kingsport, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.00 one way
$14.00 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.72 | $15.44 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.70 | $17.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.24 | $20.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Kingsport, TN
Afternoon in Kingsport on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
56m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bean Station, TN to Kingsport, TN covers 46.1 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lee Highway, Rogersville Bypass, West Stone Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.1 miles from Bean Station, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 11W; SR 1 / Lee Highway): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles (US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.2 miles (Donelson Drive): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bean Station, TN to Kingsport, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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