Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
25.2 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crossville, TN
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Deerwood, TN
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Crossville, TN to Deerwood, TN is 25.2 miles and takes about 37 minutes via I 40 and US 70, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Southeast region and Tennessee, making it a straightforward connection. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, so expect efficient travel time. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or an add-on to a larger trip, offering minimal travel disruption. You'll find it's a practical choice for getting between these two points with little fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 18 mi | 19m |
| US 70 | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Rockwood Airport Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Smith Mountain Road | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Golliher Road | 0.8 mi | 3m |
| Peavine Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| SR 299 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Crossville, TN and Deerwood, TN.
Start on US 127
Turn left onto US 70; SR 101
Enter roundabout onto Peavine Road
Continue on Peavine Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit onto SR 299
Turn left onto SR 299
Turn left onto Golliher Road
Turn right onto Smith Mountain Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 21.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 70; SR 101
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto Peavine Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto SR 299 toward TN 299 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto SR 299 / Rockwood Airport Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.19 one way
$8.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.56 | $9.13 |
| premium | $5.18 | $5.14 | $10.28 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Crossville on Wednesday
Local time
7:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Patchy Fog
Destination
Evening in Deerwood on Wednesday
Local time
7:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Areas Of Fog
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of the drive utilizing high-speed roads. You'll experience a substantial 18-mile stretch on I 40, offering a consistent pace. As you transition to US 70 and then Rockwood Airport Road, the character may shift, but the overall profile remains efficient. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes covering ground quickly over leisurely exploration. The roads are designed for smooth, uninterrupted travel for the majority of the journey.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 70; SR 101.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 70; SR 101): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (Peavine Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
387 ft
Total Descent
809 ft
Highest Point
1,857 ft
Elevation Range
471 ft
Founded 1856
Crossville is a city in Tennessee. Crossville was a sundown town until the 1950s.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 25.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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