Origin
Englewood, TN
Morning in Englewood on Sunday
Local time
8:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Englewood, TN to Johnson City, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
154.3 mi
248 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 19m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 33m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Englewood, TN
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Johnson City, TN
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Trip Overview
This 154.3-mile drive from Englewood to Johnson City, Tennessee, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. You'll primarily navigate I-81, with portions on South Amhurst Place and James H. Quillen Parkway, and about 58% of the journey will be on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $24. Since both your origin and destination are in the Southeast region, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout. This is a straightforward drive that doesn't necessarily require an overnight stay, making it a convenient option for a quick journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.2 miles from Englewood, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 56.6 mi | 1h |
| South Amhurst Place | 35.8 mi | 42m |
| James H. Quillen Parkway | 14 mi | 16m |
| I 40 | 13.4 mi | 14m |
| Sevierville Road | 13 mi | 19m |
| Boyds Creek Highway | 11.9 mi | 20m |
| Winfield Dunn Parkway | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Maryville Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 56.6 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Englewood, TN and Johnson City, TN.
1
Start on US 411
36 mi
·
42 min
·
South Amhurst Place
2
Turn straight onto US 411
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Broadway Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 321
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Lamar Alexander Parkway
4
Keep slight left at fork onto East Lamar Alexander Parkway
309 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Lamar Alexander Parkway
5
Turn left onto South Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Washington Street
6
Turn right onto US 411
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
High Street
7
Continue on US 411
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Sevierville Road
8
Continue on US 411
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Maryville Highway
9
Continue on SR 338
12 mi
·
20 min
·
Boyds Creek Highway
10
Turn left onto SR 66
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Winfield Dunn Parkway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 40 East: Asheville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 40
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I 40
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
57 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 81
Exit 421
Toward I 81 North: Bristol
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 57A
Toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
15
Merge onto I 26; US 23
14 mi
·
16 min
·
James H. Quillen Parkway
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 23
Toward TN 91
17
Turn right onto SR 91
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Market Street
18
Turn left onto Buffalo Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Buffalo Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn right
433 ft
·
31 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 10-minute duration, departing in the morning will allow you ample time to reach Johnson City comfortably. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 56.6-mile stretch on I-81, and plan your refueling accordingly to stay within the estimated $24 cost. This is a drive that can easily be completed in a single day, so you can adjust your departure time based on your preferences.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.2 miles from Englewood, TN, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.6 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 34 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.2 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Johnson City, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Englewood, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Englewood, TN
This is one driving day of about 154.3 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Englewood, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 56.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.2 miles from Englewood, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 68.8 and 154 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
68.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Asheville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 40 East: Asheville
6
82.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 North: Bristol
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 421
Toward I 81 North: Bristol
6
139.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 57A
Toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, As...
5
153.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward TN 91
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 23
Toward TN 91
5
154 mi into trip
|
~3h 9m in
|
Buffalo Street
Turn left onto Buffalo Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.12 one way
$48.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.49 | $52.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.69 | $59.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.07 | $68.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.20 | $7.41 |
| Efficient EV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.50 | $6.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.7 | 0 | $21.60 | $9.88 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Johnson City, TN
Morning in Johnson City on Sunday
Local time
8:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
28 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
3h 10m 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.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
National Park
Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of it...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
Free
near mile 63.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 58% of it being highway travel. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.6 miles on I-81, which will likely feel like a steady cruise. As you transition to South Amhurst Place and James H. Quillen Parkway, expect a change in pace from the interstate. The overall profile suggests a drive that balances efficient highway miles with moments on more local thoroughfares, providing a varied feel behind the wheel.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.6 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 68.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 154.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 68.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 139.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Englewood, TN to Johnson City, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Asheville along the way.
Asheville
139.2 mi in
|
~2h 51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 154.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.6 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Johnson City, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 68.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 139.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Great Smoky Mountains National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Johnson City, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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