Origin
Rogersville, TN
Night in Rogersville on Sunday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rogersville, TN to Knoxville, TN
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
65.3 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
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6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rogersville, TN
Kelly
Knoxville, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition from Rogersville to Knoxville, expect a straightforward 65.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. You can budget roughly $10 for fuel, making it a very economical route through Tennessee. Because both cities are located within the Southeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a practical, efficient path for travelers who value simplicity and direct access between these two points.
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
32.7 miles from Rogersville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with about 66% of the trip spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of roads, including US 11W, West Main Street, and I-40 to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on US 11W, where you will cover 40.4 miles of the route. You should anticipate a transition from local roads to higher-speed highway segments as you progress. Overall, the experience behind the wheel is functional and consistent, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding secondary paths.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 11W is the longest continuous segment at about 40.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 11W and West Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 65.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 63 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass
Turn left onto US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass
Navigation decision point
8
63 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward SR 158 West: Downtown, University of Tennessee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 388A; 389
Toward SR 158 West: Downtown, University of Ten...
6
63.2 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TN 158 West, South US 441: James White Parkway, Downtown, University of Tennessee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TN 158 West, South US 441: James White P...
6
64.5 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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TN 158 / Neyland Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 158 / Neyland Drive toward TN 158 West: Neyland Drive, University of Tennessee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TN 158 West: Neyland Drive, University o...
6
64.6 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Cumerland Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Downtown, Cumerland Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 11W | 40.4 mi | 46m |
| West Main Street | 16.1 mi | 19m |
| I 40 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Appalachian Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| James White Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Cumberland Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Neyland Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 11W
— 40.4 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogersville, TN and Knoxville, TN.
1
Start on East Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
2
Take the ramp onto West Main Street
316 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 11W; SR 1
414 ft
·
5 sec
·
Rogersville Bypass
4
Continue on US 11W; SR 1
16 mi
·
19 min
·
West Main Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11W; SR 1
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 11W; SR 1
6
Merge onto US 11W; US 25E; SR 1; SR 32; ADHS S
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Appalachian Highway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11W
40 mi
·
45 min
·
US 11W
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
9
Merge onto I 40
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 40
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 388A; 389
Toward SR 158 West: Downtown, University of Tennessee
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
2 min
Toward TN 158 West, South US 441: James White Parkway, Downtown, University of Tennessee
12
Continue on TN 158
0.4 mi
·
23 sec
·
James White Parkway
13
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 158
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Neyland Drive
Toward TN 158 West: Neyland Drive, University of Tennessee
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Downtown, Cumerland Avenue
15
Continue on Cumberland Avenue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Cumberland Avenue
16
Turn left onto US 441
393 ft
·
16 sec
·
Henley Street
17
Continue on US 441
255 ft
·
11 sec
·
Henley Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 441
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. With no mandatory stops required to complete the 65.3-mile distance, you can easily drive the entire stretch in one go without needing a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Rogersville, as a $10 budget is sufficient for the trip but leaves little room for extra idling or detours. Because the route relies on I-40, check local traffic reports before you head out to ensure your arrival time remains predictable. Use the 40.4-mile stretch on US 11W as your primary window for steady cruising before merging onto the interstate system.
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 32.7 miles from Rogersville, TN, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.4 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 65.3 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 miles or 39m 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 6m
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 Rogersville, 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 Rogersville, TN
This is one driving day of about 65.3 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rogersville, 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 11W for about 40.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.7 mi from Rogersville, TN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 65.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Rogersville, 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
$9.92 one way
$19.84 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.93 | $21.87 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.33 | $24.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.51 | $29.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Night in Knoxville on Sunday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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 Rogersville, TN to Knoxville, TN covers 65.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 11W, West Main Street, I 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.7 miles from Rogersville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.92 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 65.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (US 11W; SR 1 / Rogersville Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 63 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Rogersville, TN to Knoxville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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