Origin
Deerwood, TN
Late night in Deerwood on Sunday
Local time
3:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deerwood, TN to Crossville, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
25.1 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deerwood, TN
Kelly
Crossville, TN
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Trip Overview
Deerwood, TN to Crossville, TN is 25.1 miles and takes about 37m via SR 299, 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, specifically within Tennessee. It’s a straightforward drive, mostly on well-maintained highways, making it an easy addition to a larger trip or a quick point-to-point journey. You won't encounter significant delays or complex navigation, so it's ideal if you're looking for a simple transit between these two points without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 299 | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| I 40 | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| US 70 | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Rockwood Airport Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Smith Mountain Road | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Golliher Road | 0.8 mi | 3m |
| Peavine Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 299
— 9.8 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deerwood, TN and Crossville, TN.
1
Start on Smith Mountain Road
1.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Smith Mountain Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Golliher Road
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Golliher Road
3
Turn right onto SR 299
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Rockwood Airport Road
4
Take the ramp onto SR 299
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
SR 299
5
Continue on I 40
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward TN 101: Crossville
7
Turn left onto SR 101
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Peavine Road
8
Enter roundabout onto US 70; SR 101
48 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 70; SR 101
9
Continue on US 70; SR 101
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
US 70; SR 101
10
Turn right onto US 127
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
US 127
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 22.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Golliher Road
At end of road, turn left onto Golliher Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
SR 299
Take the ramp onto SR 299
Navigation decision point
4
21.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward TN 101: Crossville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward TN 101: Crossville
4
22 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
SR 101 / Peavine Road
Turn left onto SR 101 / Peavine Road
Navigation decision point
5
22.4 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 70; SR 101
Enter roundabout onto US 70; SR 101
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.92 one way
$7.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.31 | $8.62 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.83 | $9.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
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, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Crossville, TN
Late night in Crossville on Sunday
Local time
3:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
37m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 82% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches of efficient travel, including a continuous 9.8-mile segment on SR 299. The route blends the convenience of interstate driving with sections on established US highways, offering a consistent pace for most of the trip. Expect a practical, no-frills driving experience designed for straightforward transit rather than leisurely sightseeing.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.8 mi on SR 299.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 299 and I 40. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near Golliher Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Deerwood, TN to Crossville, TN is easy. At 37m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (Golliher Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (SR 299): Navigation decision point; at 21.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 25.1 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.8 miles on SR 299. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.3 miles (Golliher Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (SR 299): Navigation decision point; at 21.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Crossville, TN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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