Origin
Red Boiling Springs, TN
Afternoon in Red Boiling Springs on Wednesday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Johnson City, TN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
250.9 mi
404 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 39m
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6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Red Boiling Springs, TN
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Johnson City, TN
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Trip Overview
This 250.9-mile drive from Red Boiling Springs to Johnson City, Tennessee, is designed as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 4 hours and 52 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, indicated by a 0% highway share, making it a more hands-on driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $38, it's an economical trip. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Plan for frequent turns as you make your way across the state. It's a great option if you're looking for a full day of driving without the need for an overnight stay.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
125.4 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 250.9-mile journey. With no highway segments, you'll be consistently engaging with the road, navigating a series of local streets and highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't a significant factor here, as the route is characterized by frequent directional changes. This profile means you'll likely experience a changing landscape as you move through different communities, rather than long, monotonous stretches.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Main Street 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
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 52m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Johnson City, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Springs Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Red Boiling Sprgs Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Red Boiling Springs Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jennings Creek Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Grundy Quarles Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gundy Quarels Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gainesboro Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Boiling Springs, TN and Johnson City, TN.
1
Start on Main Street
433 ft
·
13 sec
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Main Street
2
Continue on East Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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East Main Street
3
Continue on North Springs Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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North Springs Road
4
Continue on Red Boiling Sprgs Highway
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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Red Boiling Sprgs Highway
5
Continue on Red Boiling Springs Highway
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Red Boiling Springs Highway
6
Turn left onto Jennings Creek Highway
13 mi
·
18 min
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Jennings Creek Highway
7
Continue on North Grundy Quarles Memorial Highway
12 mi
·
18 min
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North Grundy Quarles Memorial Highway
8
Continue on Gundy Quarels Memorial Highway
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Gundy Quarels Memorial Highway
9
Continue on Gainesboro Highway
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Gainesboro Highway
10
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
11
Merge slight left
104 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
12
Keep slight left
37 mi
·
40 min
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
57 mi
·
1 hr
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I 81 North: Bristol
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
15
Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
14 mi
·
16 min
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James H. Quillen Parkway
16
Take the exit slight right toward TN 91
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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TN 91
17
Turn right onto East Market Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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East Market Street
18
Turn left onto Buffalo Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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Buffalo Street
19
Turn right
433 ft
·
32 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour, 52-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning from Red Boiling Springs will allow ample time to reach Johnson City comfortably. While there's only one suggested stop, you might want to plan for additional brief breaks given the turn-heavy nature of the route, especially since there are no long highway stretches to break up the driving. Keep an eye on your fuel level, with an estimated cost of $38 for the trip, and consider topping off before you leave Red Boiling Springs. A good tip is to ensure your GPS or navigation system is fully charged and updated, as you'll be relying on it frequently for the numerous turns.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 125.4 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN, or about 2h 26m 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.4 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Johnson City, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Red Boiling Springs, 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 Red Boiling Springs, TN
This is one driving day of about 250.9 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 125.4 mi from Red Boiling Springs, TN · 2h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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 125.4 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Johnson City, TN
The final approach into Johnson City, 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 Johnson City, 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
$39.23 one way
$78.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $43.07 | $86.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $48.28 | $96.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.40 | $110.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.34 | $12.04 |
| Efficient EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.95 | $10.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.4 | 1 | $35.13 | $16.06 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Johnson City, TN
Afternoon in Johnson City on Wednesday
Local time
3:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Johnson, TN
125 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
30 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
4h 52m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Johnson City, TN covers 250.9 miles and takes about 4h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, North Springs Road, Red Boiling Sprgs Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 125.4 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 52m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Johnson City, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Johnson City, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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