Road Trips from Kingsport, TN
Heading out of Kingsport, you've got a solid set of options, mostly focused on exploring Tennessee. The bulk of these trips are highway-heavy, making for straightforward drives. You're looking at a variety of distances, from under six hours to closer to nine, with most offering a chance to visit Stones River National Battlefield or Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Several longer routes suggest an overnight stay, while shorter ones are perfect for a day trip.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
5.3h
With Parks Nearby
8
Weekend trip
Savannah, TN
7h 36m401.5 mi one way
This option is a solid 7.6-hour drive, covering 401.5 miles on mostly highway. It's a good choice if you want to get further into Tennessee without necessarily needing an overnight stop, though it's shorter than the longest options. You'll experience gently rolling terrain.
Lewisburg, TN
5h 58m314.7 mi one way
At 314.7 miles and 6 hours, this is one of your quicker highway drives. It's a good day trip option, shorter than the trips to Savannah or Whiteville. The terrain is gently rolling, and you have access to nearby parks like Stones River National Battlefield.
Thompson's Station, TN
5h 32m300.4 mi one way
This 300.4-mile trip takes about 5.5 hours, making it one of the shortest and fastest routes from Kingsport. It's a great candidate for a day excursion, offering a similar drive profile and park access to Lewisburg but a bit closer. Expect gently rolling terrain.
Nolensville, TN
5h 19m280.1 mi one way
This destination is a 280.1-mile, 5.3-hour drive, making it the shortest and quickest option from Kingsport. It's ideal for a day trip, featuring mostly highway miles and gently rolling terrain. You also have the option to visit nearby parks like Stones River National Battlefield.
Long-haul ideas
Whiteville, TN
8h 17m437.4 mi one way
This trip is a longer haul at 437.4 miles and 8.3 hours, making an overnight stay recommended. It's one of the further destinations, offering a different reach into Tennessee compared to closer options like Nolensville. The terrain is gently rolling.
Somerville, TN
8h 20m449.8 mi one way
At 449.8 miles and 8.3 hours, this route is a significant drive, and an overnight stop is advised. It's one of the longest options available, longer than the drive to Whiteville. The journey features gently rolling terrain.
Lakeland, TN
8h 29m464 mi one way
This is one of the longest drives, spanning 464 miles and taking 8.5 hours, so an overnight stay is recommended. It offers a substantial journey into Tennessee, longer than the routes to Whiteville or Somerville. The terrain is gently rolling.
Millington, TN
8h 44m475.6 mi one way
Covering 475.6 miles and taking 8.7 hours, this is the longest drive and an overnight stay is recommended. It’s the furthest point among your options, exceeding the mileage for Lakeland. You’ll encounter gently rolling terrain on this route.
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When to Go
Spring
With gently rolling terrain and access to parks like Great Smoky Mountains National Park, spring offers pleasant driving conditions for day trips or longer excursions.
Summer
The mostly highway routes are suitable for summer travel, with opportunities to visit nearby national parks.
Fall
Gently rolling terrain and access to national parks make fall a good season for these Tennessee drives.
Winter
The predominantly highway routes and gently rolling terrain provide a manageable driving experience, even in winter, with park access remaining an option.
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