Road Trips from Knoxville, TN
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
42
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
24
Under 2 hours
8 total in this range
Full-day getaway
24 total in this range
Altamont, TN
3h 1m143.3 mi one way
Shelbyville, TN
3h 43m178.4 mi one way
Pleasant View, TN
2h 57m138.5 mi one way
Brighton, TN
3h 52m196.4 mi one way
Nashville, TN
3h 20m180 mi one way
Weekend trip
10 total in this range
Jackson, TN
5h 39m308.1 mi one way
McEwen, TN
4h 27m235.1 mi one way
Columbia, TN
4h 3m221.2 mi one way
Arlington, TN
6h 39m362.2 mi one way
Oakland, TN
6h 42m363.4 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Altamont, TN
3h 1m143.3 mi one way
Shelbyville, TN
3h 43m178.4 mi one way
Pleasant View, TN
2h 57m138.5 mi one way
Jackson, TN
5h 39m308.1 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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