Origin
LaFollette, TN
Evening in LaFollette on Sunday
Local time
7:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from LaFollette, TN to Knoxville, TN
Drive Time
49m
Distance
39.4 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
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6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
LaFollette, TN
Natalia Olivera
Knoxville, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from LaFollette to Knoxville, you are looking at a straightforward 39.4-mile journey through the Southeast. Plan for approximately 49 minutes of driving time, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting about $6 for fuel is sufficient for this direct trek. By utilizing US 25W, West Central Avenue, and Jacksboro Pike, you will navigate efficiently between these two Tennessee locales. This is a practical, no-nonsense route that connects a smaller community to the larger city of Knoxville with minimal fuss.
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
19.7 miles from LaFollette, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is dominated by high-speed transit, with roughly 76% of the trip spent on main thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 25W, which features a significant 26.9-mile uninterrupted stretch. Expect a transition from the local character of Jacksboro Pike and West Central Avenue to the faster pace of the highway system. Behind the wheel, the experience is consistent and steady, moving you quickly through the regional landscape without the need for constant navigation changes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 25W is the longest continuous segment at about 26.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 25W and West Central Avenue. You will hit about 4 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.4 miles in near US 25W.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.4 miles you will encounter 4 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles (US 25W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
8.4 mi into trip
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~11m in
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US 25W
Take the exit onto US 25W toward Knoxville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Knoxville
6
38.1 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East, US 441 South: Asheville, Henley Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East, US 441 South: Asheville, Henl...
6
38.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 441 South: Henley Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 441 South: Henley Street
4
38.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 25W | 26.9 mi | 32m |
| West Central Avenue | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Jacksboro Pike | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| I 275 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Jackson Pike | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Henley Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Royal Blue Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 25W
— 26.9 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between LaFollette, TN and Knoxville, TN.
1
Start on SR 63
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Central Avenue
2
Continue on US 25W; SR 63
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
Jackson Pike
3
Continue on US 25W; SR 63
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Jacksboro Pike
4
Continue on US 25W; TN 63
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Central Avenue
5
Continue on US 25W; TN 63
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Royal Blue Road
6
Take the exit onto US 25W
27 mi
·
32 min
·
US 25W
Toward Knoxville
7
Continue on I 275
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 275
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 40 East, US 441 South: Asheville, Henley Street
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward US 441 South: Henley Street
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
11
Continue on US 441
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Henley Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 441
255 ft
·
11 sec
·
Henley Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 441
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, sub-one-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the entire drive is only 39.4 miles, you can easily complete it in one go without needing scheduled rest stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving LaFollette, as a $6 budget covers your needs for the direct route. To ensure a smooth experience, verify your navigation before hitting the transition points between West Central Avenue and US 25W. Taking advantage of the short duration allows you to arrive in Knoxville refreshed and ready for your next plans.
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 19.7 miles from LaFollette, TN, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.9 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 39.4 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.7 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
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 LaFollette, 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 LaFollette, TN
This is one driving day of about 39.4 miles and 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from LaFollette, 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 US 25W for about 26.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.7 mi from LaFollette, TN · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from LaFollette, 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
$5.98 one way
$11.97 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.60 | $13.19 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.75 | $17.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
7:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Johnson, TN
20 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
49m 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 LaFollette, TN to Knoxville, TN covers 39.4 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 25W, West Central Avenue, Jacksboro Pike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.7 miles from LaFollette, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.98 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.4 miles you will encounter 4 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles (US 25W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from LaFollette, TN to Knoxville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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