Road Trips from Smyrna, TN
Smyrna is your launchpad for drives that range from quick hops to longer excursions. You've got options for shorter trips that stick to surface roads and hit a park, or longer hauls that favor highways and can get you over 400 miles away. This mix means you can easily plan a day trip to a nearby battlefield or set out for a multi-day adventure further afield, with plenty of parks accessible along the way.
Total Routes
12
Shortest
3.6h
With Parks Nearby
12
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
11 total in this range
Bristol, TN
7h 40m406.2 mi one way
If you're looking for the longest drive, this is it at 7.7 hours and 406.2 miles. It's mostly highway with a drive score of 8/10 and gently rolling terrain. You'll have access to Stones River National Battlefield and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Farragut, TN
5h 23m280.8 mi one way
This 5.4-hour drive covers 280.8 miles primarily on highways, with a drive score of 8/10. The gently rolling terrain makes for a pleasant journey, and Stones River National Battlefield is accessible.
Greeneville, TN
6h 55m363.3 mi one way
At 6.9 hours and 363.3 miles, this is one of your longer highway options with a drive score of 8/10. The terrain is gently rolling, and you can visit Stones River National Battlefield and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Rockwood, TN
4h 53m249.6 mi one way
Pigeon Forge, TN
6h 17m325.1 mi one way
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Tullahoma, TN
3h 36m170.8 mi one way
Bristol, TN
7h 40m406.2 mi one way
Farragut, TN
5h 23m280.8 mi one way
Greeneville, TN
6h 55m363.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With gently rolling and flat terrain, plus access to parks like Stones River National Battlefield, spring offers pleasant drives.
Summer
The longer highway routes that pass by Great Smoky Mountains National Park are ideal for summer exploration.
Fall
Gently rolling terrain and access to multiple national park sites make fall drives scenic.
Winter
The mostly highway routes with consistently gently rolling terrain are suitable for winter travel.
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