Origin
White Pine, TN
Morning in White Pine on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from White Pine, TN to Johnson City, TN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
65.8 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White Pine, TN
Andrew LaBonne
Johnson City, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from White Pine, TN to Johnson City, TN covers 65.8 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 81, James H. Quillen Parkway, State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.3 miles on I 81. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.29 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
32.9 miles from White Pine, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 15m highway drive covering 65.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 81 and James H. Quillen Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.3 miles on I 81.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 48.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and James H. Quillen Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 50.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
50.8 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 57A
Toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, As...
5
65.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward TN 91
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 23
Toward TN 91
5
65.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
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Buffalo Street
Turn left onto Buffalo Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from White Pine, TN to Johnson City, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Asheville along the way.
Asheville
50.8 mi in
|
~55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 48.3 mi | 51m |
| James H. Quillen Parkway | 14 mi | 16m |
| State Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Market Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Buffalo Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 48.3 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White Pine, TN and Johnson City, TN.
1
Start on SR 113
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 25E; SR 113
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto I 81
48 mi
·
51 min
·
I 81
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 57A
Toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
6
Merge onto I 26; US 23
14 mi
·
16 min
·
James H. Quillen Parkway
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 23
Toward TN 91
8
Turn right onto SR 91
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Market Street
9
Turn left onto Buffalo Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Buffalo Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn right
433 ft
·
31 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 32.9 miles from White Pine, TN, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.3 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 65.8 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.9 miles or 36m 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 2m
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 White Pine, 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 White Pine, TN
This is one driving day of about 65.8 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from White Pine, 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 I 81 for about 48.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.9 mi from White Pine, TN · 36m 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 65.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from White Pine, 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
$10.29 one way
$20.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.29 | $22.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.66 | $25.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.53 | $29.06 |
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: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
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
Johnson City, TN
Morning in Johnson City on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph
2% chance
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
6 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
1h 15m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from White Pine, TN to Johnson City, TN covers 65.8 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, James H. Quillen Parkway, State Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.9 miles from White Pine, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.29 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 straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 50.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from White Pine, TN to Johnson City, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Asheville along the way.
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