Origin
Knoxville, TN
Afternoon in Knoxville on Sunday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Knoxville, TN to Brentwood, TN
Drive Time
19m
Distance
12.4 mi
20 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Knoxville, TN
Kelly
Brentwood, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Traveling between Knoxville and Brentwood covers a quick 12.4 miles, making it an incredibly efficient trip that fits easily into a single day. You can expect to spend about 19 minutes behind the wheel, navigating a mix of local roads and interstate driving. With a fuel budget of just $2, this is a highly economical route for those moving through Tennessee’s Southeast region. Since the trip is quite short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a straightforward connection, perfect for those who prioritize speed and simplicity over a long-haul adventure.
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
6.2 miles from Knoxville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
This mixed drive offers a balanced experience that transitions between highway and surface streets. You will spend 53% of your journey on the highway, ensuring a steady pace for a significant portion of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch lasts 6.5 miles on I-40, providing a brief period of consistent cruising before you navigate onto Middlebrook Pike and North Gallaher View Road. Expect the road's personality to shift from the fast-paced interstate environment to more localized driving conditions as you approach your destination. This variety keeps the short 19-minute commute from feeling repetitive.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 62 / Western Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 62 / Western Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 62 / Western Avenue
Turn slight left onto SR 62 / Western Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
1.5 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 West, I 75 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 West, I 75 South
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
8.3 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward Gallaher View Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Gallaher View Road
4
11.3 mi into trip
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~17m in
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Chert Pit Road
Turn right onto Chert Pit Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| Middlebrook Pike | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Gallaher View Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Chert Pit Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Western Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Ailor Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Henley Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Andes Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 6.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knoxville, TN and Brentwood, TN.
1
Start on US 441
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Henley Street
2
Continue on US 441
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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Henley Street
3
Turn slight left onto SR 62
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto Ailor Avenue
0.4 mi
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43 sec
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Ailor Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 40 West, I 75 South
6
Merge onto I 40
6.5 mi
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7 min
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I 40
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Gallaher View Road
8
Turn right onto North Gallaher View Road
1.3 mi
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3 min
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North Gallaher View Road
9
Turn left onto SR 169
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Middlebrook Pike
10
Turn right onto Chert Pit Road
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Chert Pit Road
11
Continue on Andes Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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Andes Road
12
Arrive at destination
Andes Road
Trip Plan
Because this journey is so brief, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily work around local traffic patterns. You won't need to schedule any formal stops, as the 12.4-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep your fuel budget in mind, as the $2 cost is minimal, though it is always smart to ensure your tank is ready for the road before leaving. Given the lack of required stops, consider using the time saved to double-check your navigation through the specific turn-off points on Middlebrook Pike. Embracing the short duration of this trip allows you to reach Brentwood with time to spare for your next activity.
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 6.2 miles from Knoxville, TN, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.5 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 12.4 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.2 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brentwood, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Knoxville, 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 Knoxville, TN
This is one driving day of about 12.4 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Knoxville, 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 I 40 for about 6.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.2 mi from Knoxville, TN · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 12.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.2 miles from Knoxville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brentwood, TN
The final approach into Brentwood, 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 Brentwood, 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
$1.88 one way
$3.77 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.08 | $4.15 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.75 | $5.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.79 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Brentwood, TN
Afternoon in Brentwood on Sunday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Johnson, TN
6 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
19m 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 Knoxville, TN to Brentwood, TN covers 12.4 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Middlebrook Pike, North Gallaher View Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.2 miles from Knoxville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.88 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 19m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 62 / Western Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Knoxville, TN to Brentwood, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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