Origin
Greeneville, TN
Late night in Greeneville on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greeneville, 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
45m
Distance
30.8 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greeneville, TN
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Johnson City, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Greeneville and Johnson City, this 31.6-mile trek is a quick and manageable journey. Expect to spend about 43 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate through the heart of the Southeast. Because this is a short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should be plenty to cover the distance, making this an economical choice for your travel plans. Since both cities are located within Tennessee, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Andrew Johnson Highway | 19.5 mi | 23m |
| West Market Street | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| West Jackson Boulevard | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Tusculum Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Buffalo Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Delaware Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Andrew Johnson Highway
— 19.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greeneville, TN and Johnson City, TN.
1
Start on US 11E Business; US 321 Business
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 11E Business
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Tusculum Boulevard
3
Merge onto US 11E; US 321
20 mi
·
23 min
·
East Andrew Johnson Highway
4
Continue on US 11E; US 321
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
West Jackson Boulevard
5
Continue on US 11E; US 321
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
West Market Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Turn right onto SR 91
520 ft
·
18 sec
·
Delaware Street
7
At end of road, turn left onto SR 91
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Turn right onto Buffalo Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Buffalo Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right
433 ft
·
31 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.4 miles from Greeneville, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 30.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 11E; US 321 / East Andrew Johnson Highway
Merge onto US 11E; US 321 / East Andrew Johnson Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
29.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
SR 91 / West Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 91 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
30.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Buffalo Street
Turn right onto Buffalo Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
30.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.82 one way
$9.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.29 | $10.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.93 | $11.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.80 | $13.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Late night in Johnson City on Sunday
Local time
12:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
7 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
45m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will navigate the route primarily via Tusculum Boulevard, East Andrew Johnson Highway, and West Jackson Boulevard, avoiding major highways entirely. With a highway share of 0%, this path prioritizes local transit over high-speed travel. The road transitions through town centers and local corridors, offering a consistent driving experience from start to finish. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, you should anticipate a steady pace that keeps you engaged with the local road layout.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.5 mi on East Andrew Johnson Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near US 11E; US 321 / East Andrew Johnson Highway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (US 11E; US 321 / East Andrew Johnson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 29.9 miles (SR 91 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.6 miles (Buffalo Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 30.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.5 miles on East Andrew Johnson Highway. 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 2.9 miles (US 11E; US 321 / East Andrew Johnson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 29.9 miles (SR 91 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.6 miles (Buffalo Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Johnson City, 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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