Origin
Winfield, TN
Late night in Winfield on Wednesday
Local time
5:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winfield, TN to Knoxville, TN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
67.3 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
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6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winfield, TN
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Knoxville, TN
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Trip Overview
Driving from Winfield to Knoxville covers 67.3 miles of Tennessee landscape, typically taking about 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete. This trip is perfect for a single-day excursion, allowing you to easily navigate the Southeast corridor without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit. By utilizing SR 63, Howard H Baker Highway, and Depot Street, you will traverse a mix of local and regional roads. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this route provides a direct and straightforward connection between the 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
33.6 miles from Winfield, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that keeps you engaged as you transition between different road types. With a 53% highway share, the route balances faster stretches with more localized driving conditions. You will encounter your longest continuous segment on SR 63, which spans 33.1 miles of the trip. The road personality shifts as you move off major highways onto secondary routes like Depot Street, requiring you to stay alert through varying traffic patterns. It is neither a tedious interstate slog nor a purely technical mountain pass, offering a functional balance for your commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Light Road 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Winfield, TN to Knoxville, TN is easy. At 1h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Winfield, TN to Knoxville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Light Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Scott Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Alberta Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Alberta Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Depot Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Annadell Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Howard H Baker Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Howard H | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
New Light Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winfield, TN and Knoxville, TN.
1
Start on Emby Lane
394 ft
·
19 sec
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Emby Lane
2
Turn right onto New Light Road
246 ft
·
13 sec
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New Light Road
3
Turn right onto Scott Highway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Scott Highway
4
Continue on Alberta Street
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Alberta Street
5
Continue on Alberta Avenue
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
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Alberta Avenue
6
Turn left onto Depot Street
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Depot Street
7
Turn right onto Annadell Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Annadell Road
8
Turn left onto Howard H Baker Highway
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Howard H Baker Highway
9
Continue on Howard H. Baker Highway
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Howard H. Baker Highway
10
Take the ramp right
33 mi
·
39 min
11
Continue straight
2.9 mi
·
3 min
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, US 441 South: Asheville, Henley Street
0.3 mi
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29 sec
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I 40 East, US 441 South: Asheville, Henley Street
13
Keep slight right to continue on US 441 South: Henley Street
0.1 mi
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16 sec
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US 441 South: Henley Street
14
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
15
Continue on Henley Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Henley Street
16
Continue on Henley Street
256 ft
·
12 sec
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Henley Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1.5-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid potential city congestion near Knoxville. Because there are no mandatory stops listed, you can easily complete the entire 67.3-mile stretch in one go without feeling fatigued. Keep your fuel budget around $10 in mind, but consider topping off your tank before leaving Winfield to ensure a stress-free arrival. Pay close attention to the transition points between SR 63 and Howard H Baker Highway, as shifting road environments are the most significant aspect of your navigation. Embracing the lack of required stops gives you the freedom to reach your destination on your own schedule.
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 33.6 miles from Winfield, TN, or about 45m 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 67.3 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.6 miles or 45m 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 16m
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 Winfield, 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 Winfield, TN
This is one driving day of about 67.3 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Winfield, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.6 mi from Winfield, TN · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 67.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Winfield, 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
$10.52 one way
$21.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.55 | $23.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.95 | $25.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Knoxville, TN
Late night in Knoxville on Wednesday
Local time
5:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Johnson, TN
34 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 30m 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 Winfield, TN to Knoxville, TN covers 67.3 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Light Road, Scott Highway, Alberta Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.6 miles from Winfield, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.52 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.
The drive from Winfield, TN to Knoxville, TN is easy. At 1h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Winfield, TN to Knoxville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Winfield, TN to Knoxville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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