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Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
76.9 mi
124 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sneedville, TN
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Johnson City, TN
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The drive from Sneedville, TN to Johnson City, TN covers 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on James H. Quillen Parkway, TN-70, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.5 miles on James H. Quillen Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
38.5 miles from Sneedville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
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The drive from Sneedville, TN to Johnson City, TN covers 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 40m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 11.5 miles in near SR 33; SR 70 / Trail of the Lonesome Pine.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 40m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.5 miles (SR 33; SR 70 / Trail of the Lonesome Pine): Navigation decision point; at 28.6 miles (SR 70): Navigation decision point; at 53.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto SR 33; SR 70 / Trail of the Lonesome Pine
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 70
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward TN 91
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto Buffalo Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| James H. Quillen Parkway | 22.5 mi | 26m |
| TN-70 | 15 mi | 22m |
| Main Street | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| Lee Highway | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Rogersville Bypass | 10.6 mi | 11m |
| West Stone Drive | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Trail of the Lonesome Pine | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Market Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Sneedville, TN and Johnson City, TN.
Start on SR 33
At end of road, turn right onto SR 33; SR 70
Continue on SR 70
At end of road, turn left onto SR 70
Turn slight left onto SR 70
Turn left onto SR 70
Merge onto US 11W; SR 1
Continue on US 11W
Continue on US 11W
Continue on US 11W
Continue on US 11W
Take the exit
Merge onto I 26; US 23
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 91
Turn left onto Buffalo Street
Turn right
Arrive at destination
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.
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 76.9 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.5 miles or 54m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Johnson City, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Sneedville, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Sneedville, TN
This is one driving day of about 76.9 miles and 1h 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.5 mi from Sneedville, TN · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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.
A short stop after about 76.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Sneedville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$12.02 one way
$24.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.20 | $26.40 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.98 | $33.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Sneedville on Wednesday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Johnson City on Wednesday
Local time
6:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Clear
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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