Origin
Knoxville, TN
Evening in Knoxville on Sunday
Local time
6:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Knoxville, TN to Church Hill, TN
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
84.1 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
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6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Knoxville, TN
Kelly
Church Hill, TN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Traveling from Knoxville to Church Hill covers 84.1 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to complete the journey in one go without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for this Southeast Tennessee drive. While the trip is relatively short, it moves you through the heart of the region, transitioning from the larger hub of Knoxville toward Church Hill. Whether you are heading out for business or visiting family, this straightforward trek is easy to manage on a weekend or a weekday alike.
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
42 miles from Knoxville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend your time navigating local roads, as this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you won't be dealing with long, uninterrupted stretches of freeway. Because there are no extended segments on I-40, your focus will remain on the rhythm of the local roads. The personality of this drive is dictated by frequent adjustments and turns, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. It is a practical, hands-on experience that requires your full attention compared to a standard high-speed highway commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 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 Knoxville, TN to Church Hill, TN is easy. At 1h 39m 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 Knoxville, TN to Church Hill, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 11W | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rutledge Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lee Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Appalachian Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rogersville Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 40
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knoxville, TN and Church Hill, TN.
1
Start on Henley Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Henley Street
2
Take the exit straight toward I 40, I 275 North: Nashville, Asheville, Lexington
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 40, I 275 North: Nashville, Asheville, Lexington
3
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Asheville
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 40 East: Asheville
4
Merge slight left
4.1 mi
·
4 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 11W: Knoxville Zoo
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 11W: Knoxville Zoo
6
Keep slight right to continue on US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station
390 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station
7
Continue on Rutledge Pike
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Rutledge Pike
8
Continue on Lee Highway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Lee Highway
9
Merge slight left onto Appalachian Highway
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Appalachian Highway
10
Turn left onto Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
11
Turn left onto Lee Highway
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Lee Highway
12
Continue on Rogersville Bypass
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Rogersville Bypass
13
Keep slight left to continue on Rogersville Bypass
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Rogersville Bypass
14
Continue on Lee Highway
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Lee Highway
15
Take the exit slight left
276 ft
·
10 sec
16
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Main Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is under two hours, you have significant flexibility in your departure time to avoid the busiest traffic windows. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the 84.1-mile distance is easily manageable in a single stretch. Keep your $12 fuel budget in mind as you prep your vehicle before heading out. Because this is a turn-heavy route without long highway segments, make sure you are comfortable with frequent navigation changes rather than relying on cruise control. Prioritize checking your route map before you start to stay ahead of the many turns you will encounter.
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 42 miles from Knoxville, TN, or about 49m 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Church Hill, 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 84.1 miles and 1h 39m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42 mi from Knoxville, TN · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42 miles from Knoxville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Church Hill, TN
The final approach into Church Hill, 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 Church Hill, 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
$12.77 one way
$25.55 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $14.08 | $28.16 |
| premium | $4.80 | $15.88 | $31.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.68 | $37.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.83 | $4.04 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.77 | $5.38 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Church Hill, TN
Evening in Church Hill on Sunday
Local time
6:25 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 39m 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 Church Hill, TN covers 84.1 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 40 East, US 11W. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42 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 $12.77 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 Knoxville, TN to Church Hill, TN is easy. At 1h 39m 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 Knoxville, TN to Church Hill, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Knoxville, TN to Church Hill, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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