Origin
Jefferson City, TN
Evening in Jefferson City on Sunday
Local time
6:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jefferson City, TN to Knoxville, TN
Drive Time
34m
Distance
28.7 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jefferson City, TN
Kelly
Knoxville, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Connecting Jefferson City to Knoxville, this 28.7-mile trip is a quick, straightforward journey that typically takes about 34 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, you can easily handle this as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via West Broadway Boulevard, Andrew Johnson Highway, and Asheville Highway as you travel through the Southeast. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel should be plenty for this direct commute. It is an ideal route for those looking for a practical, no-fuss connection between these two Tennessee locations.
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
14.4 miles from Jefferson City, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-focused experience rather than a high-speed interstate haul. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend your time navigating local surface roads rather than cruising on major freeways. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on West Broadway Boulevard, meaning you should be prepared for frequent stops and transitions throughout the drive. This profile makes for a more engaged driving experience that requires your full attention compared to a standard highway trek. As you transition from Jefferson City toward Knoxville, the road character remains consistent as a local connector.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Broadway Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Jefferson City, TN to Knoxville, TN is easy. At 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jefferson City, TN to Knoxville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Andrew Johnson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Asheville Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 25W North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 158 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 441 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| James White Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Neyland Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Broadway Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jefferson City, TN and Knoxville, TN.
1
Start on Russell Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Russell Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Broadway Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Boulevard
3
Continue on Andrew Johnson Highway
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Andrew Johnson Highway
4
Continue on Asheville Highway
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Asheville Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 25W North, I 40 West
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 25W North, I 40 West
6
Merge slight right
4.4 mi
·
5 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward SR 158 West: Downtown, University of Tennessee
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
SR 158 West: Downtown, University of Tennessee
8
Keep slight left to continue on TN 158 West, South US 441: James White Parkway, Downtown, University of Tennessee
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
TN 158 West, South US 441: James White Parkway, Downtown, University of Tennessee
9
Continue on James White Parkway
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
James White Parkway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Neyland Drive
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Neyland Drive
11
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown, Cumerland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Downtown, Cumerland Avenue
12
Continue on Cumberland Avenue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Cumberland Avenue
13
Turn left onto Henley Street
394 ft
·
17 sec
·
Henley Street
14
Continue on Henley Street
256 ft
·
12 sec
·
Henley Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 34-minute duration, you have significant flexibility with your departure time, though avoiding peak local traffic hours is always a smart move. Because there are no scheduled stops required for a trip of this length, you can easily complete the drive in one go. Keep in mind that since the route relies entirely on local roads, your pace will be dictated by traffic lights and local speed limits. My best tip is to ensure your fuel tank is topped off before you leave, as the $4 estimated cost is minimal and keeps your trip stress-free. Take advantage of the short travel time to plan your activities in Knoxville immediately upon arrival.
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 14.4 miles from Jefferson City, TN, or about 17m into the drive.
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 28.7 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.4 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Knoxville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jefferson City, 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 Jefferson City, TN
This is one driving day of about 28.7 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jefferson City, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.4 mi from Jefferson City, TN · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.4 miles from Jefferson City, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Knoxville, TN
The final approach into Knoxville, 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 Knoxville, 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
$4.36 one way
$8.72 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.81 | $9.61 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.38 | $12.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Knoxville, TN
Evening in Knoxville on Sunday
Local time
6:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Johnson, TN
14 mi in
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
1 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
34m 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 Jefferson City, TN to Knoxville, TN covers 28.7 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Broadway Boulevard, Andrew Johnson Highway, Asheville Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.4 miles from Jefferson City, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.36 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.
The drive from Jefferson City, TN to Knoxville, TN is easy. At 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jefferson City, TN to Knoxville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jefferson City, TN to Knoxville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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