If you are planning to travel from Church Hill to Knoxville, expect a straightforward 84.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of approximately $13 for the trip, making it an affordable option for travelers. The drive stays entirely within the Southeast region of Tennessee, keeping the transition between your origin and destination consistent. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to complete the trip in one continuous push, which is ideal if you are looking to save time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Church Hill, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 11W
40.4 mi
46m
West Main Street
16.1 mi
19m
West Stone Drive
14.7 mi
16m
Rogersville Bypass
5.2 mi
5m
I 40
2.4 mi
2m
Appalachian Highway
2.2 mi
2m
Main Street
0.5 mi
<1m
James White Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 11W
— 40.4 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Church Hill, TN and Knoxville, TN.
1
Start on SR 346
0.3 mi·29 sec·Main Street
2
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 346
0.2 mi·24 sec·Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 11W; SR 346
15 mi·16 min·West Stone Drive
4
Continue on US 11W; SR 1
5.2 mi·5 min·Rogersville Bypass
5
Continue on US 11W; SR 1
16 mi·19 min·West Main Street
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11W; SR 1
0.4 mi·51 sec·US 11W; SR 1
7
Merge onto US 11W; US 25E; SR 1; SR 32; ADHS S
2.2 mi·2 min·Appalachian Highway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 11W
40 mi·45 min·US 11W
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
10
Merge onto I 40
2.4 mi·2 min·I 40
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 388A; 389Toward SR 158 West: Downtown, University of TennesseeUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·2 min
Toward TN 158 West, South US 441: James White Parkway, Downtown, University of Tennessee
13
Continue on TN 158
0.4 mi·23 sec·James White Parkway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 158
0.1 mi·14 sec·Neyland Drive
Toward TN 158 West: Neyland Drive, University of Tennessee
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward Downtown, Cumerland Avenue
16
Continue on Cumberland Avenue
0.3 mi·37 sec·Cumberland Avenue
17
Turn left onto US 441
393 ft·16 sec·Henley Street
18
Continue on US 441
255 ft·11 sec·Henley Street
19
Arrive at destination
US 441
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour and 33-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around local traffic patterns. Since there are no scheduled stops required for this 84.2-mile drive, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Church Hill to keep your $13 estimate accurate. Keep a close eye on your navigation while using the Rogersville Bypass, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can make missing an exit easy if you aren't paying attention. Because this is a relatively short trip, consider departing mid-morning to avoid the busiest commuting hours in Knoxville. Pack snacks and water in the car beforehand so you can enjoy a non-stop journey without needing to pull over for basic supplies.
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 42.1 miles from Church Hill, TN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.4 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 19 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 49m 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 23m
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 Church Hill, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Church Hill, TN
This is one driving day of about 84.2 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Church Hill, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 11W for about 40.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 83.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 346 / Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 346 / Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
81.8 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward SR 158 West: Downtown, University of Tennessee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 388A; 389
Toward SR 158 West: Downtown, University of Ten...
6
82.1 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TN 158 West, South US 441: James White Parkway, Downtown, University of Tennessee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TN 158 West, South US 441: James White P...
6
83.4 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|TN 158 / Neyland Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 158 / Neyland Drive toward TN 158 West: Neyland Drive, University of Tennessee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TN 158 West: Neyland Drive, University o...
6
83.5 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward Downtown, Cumerland Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Downtown, Cumerland Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.16 one way
$26.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.45
$28.91
premium
$4.89
$16.20
$32.41
diesel
$5.61
$18.59
$37.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.3
0
$8.84
$4.04
Efficient EV
21.1
0
$7.37
$3.37
EV Truck/SUV
33.7
0
$11.79
$5.39
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Church Hill, TN
Night
in Church Hill on Saturday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Knoxville, TN
Night
in Knoxville on Saturday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
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
29 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 46.4
Park Closure: Little Yellow Creek Bridge Closure - Construction Underway
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate primarily via Main Street, West Stone Drive, and the Rogersville Bypass, which keeps you engaged with the local road network throughout the entire 84.2-mile distance. Because the longest stretch on Main Street is 0 miles, you should be prepared for frequent turns and a constantly shifting road environment. This path prioritizes local transit over high-speed travel, requiring your full attention as you wind through the varied terrain between these two Tennessee towns. It is a practical drive for those who prefer local roads over the predictability of major interstates.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.4 mi on US 11W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 346 / Main Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 346 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 81.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Knoxville, in Knox County, is the third-largest city in Tennessee. It is the home of the University of Tennessee's primary campus (UTK) and site of the 1982 World's Fair.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.4 miles on US 11W. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Knoxville, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 346 / Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 81.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Knoxville, TN before heading back.
