Origin
Munford, TN
Afternoon in Munford on Monday
Local time
1:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Munford, TN to Kingsport, TN
Drive Time
7h 11m
Distance
470.4 mi
757 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$71
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 0m
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6 AM
7h 11m
8 AM
7h 33m
10 AM
7h 19m
12 PM
7h 17m
3 PM
7h 20m
5 PM
7h 32m
8 PM
7h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Munford, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Munford, TN to Kingsport, TN covers 470.4 miles and takes about 7h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Munford-Atoka Avenue, West Pleasant Avenue, South Maple Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $71.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
235.2 miles from Munford, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 11m drive with frequent turns across 470.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Munford-Atoka Avenue 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 11m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Munford, TN to Kingsport, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Munford-Atoka Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Pleasant Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Maple Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Liberty Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 54 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 70 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Munford-Atoka Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Munford, TN and Kingsport, TN.
1
Start on North Tipton Street
164 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Tipton Street
2
Turn left onto Munford-Atoka Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Munford-Atoka Avenue
3
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
4
Continue straight
3.0 mi
·
4 min
5
Continue straight
6.4 mi
·
9 min
6
Continue straight
1.7 mi
·
3 min
7
Turn right onto West Pleasant Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Pleasant Avenue
8
Turn left onto South Maple Street
302 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Maple Street
9
Turn right onto East Liberty Avenue
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Liberty Avenue
10
Continue on State Route 54
22 mi
·
32 min
·
State Route 54
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Main Street
394 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Main Street
12
Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
East Main Street
13
Turn left onto US 70: Fort Pillow State Historic Park
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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US 70: Fort Pillow State Historic Park
14
Merge slight left
141 mi
·
2 hr 32 min
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
16
Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Loop
17
Continue on Downtown Loop
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Downtown Loop
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
174 mi
·
3 hr 9 min
·
I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
19
Keep slight left
37 mi
·
40 min
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
51 mi
·
54 min
·
I 81 North: Bristol
21
Take the exit slight right toward SR 93: Jonesborough, Fall Branch
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
SR 93: Jonesborough, Fall Branch
22
Keep slight right to continue on SR 93: Jonesborough, Fall Branch
509 ft
·
15 sec
·
SR 93: Jonesborough, Fall Branch
23
Merge slight left
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
24
Continue straight
2.4 mi
·
2 min
25
Continue on Sullivan Gardens Drive
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Sullivan Gardens Drive
26
Continue on South Wilcox Drive
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Wilcox Drive
27
Continue on Sullivan Gardens Parkway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Sullivan Gardens Parkway
28
Turn left onto South Wilcox Drive
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Wilcox Drive
29
Turn left onto East Sullivan Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Sullivan Street
30
Turn slight left onto East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
31
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Broad Street
32
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Broad Street
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
Broad Street
33
Exit the roundabout onto Broad Street
433 ft
·
19 sec
·
Broad Street
34
Turn left onto West Center Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Center Street
35
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 235.2 miles from Munford, TN, or about 3h 35m 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 103 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 235.2 miles or 3h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 16m
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 Munford, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Munford, TN
This is one driving day of about 470.4 miles and 7h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 103 miles from Munford, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 235.2 mi from Munford, TN · 3h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
235 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 103 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 235.2 miles from Munford, 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
$71.45 one way
$142.90 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
165 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $78.76 | $157.53 |
| premium | $4.80 | $88.80 | $177.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $104.51 | $209.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$71
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$96–$121
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 164.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $49 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 141.1 | 1 | $49.39 | $22.58 |
| Efficient EV | 117.6 | 1 | $41.16 | $18.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 188.2 | 2 | $65.86 | $30.11 |
Gas CO2
165 kg
EV CO2
55 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Monday
Local time
2:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
12 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
7h 11m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Munford, TN to Kingsport, TN covers 470.4 miles and takes about 7h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Munford-Atoka Avenue, West Pleasant Avenue, South Maple Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 235.2 miles from Munford, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $71.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 11m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Munford, TN to Kingsport, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Munford, TN to Kingsport, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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