Origin
Johnson, TN
Late night in Johnson on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johnson, TN to Cleveland, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
47.3 mi
76 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johnson, TN
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Trip Overview
Johnson, TN to Cleveland, TN is 47.3 miles and takes about 1 hour via I 75, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, connecting two points in Tennessee. It's a straightforward drive primarily on the interstate, making it ideal for a quick transit. You won't need to plan for an overnight stay, and the minimal duration means you can easily fit it into a busy travel day. Consider this an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 37.4 mi | 40m |
| Oakland Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Keith Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Raby Town Road | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| 25th Street NW | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Inman Street West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 25th Street Northwest | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Georgetown Road Northwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 37.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson, TN and Cleveland, TN.
1
Start on Raby Town Road
1.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Raby Town Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 322
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Oakland Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
4
Merge onto I 75
37 mi
·
40 min
·
I 75
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward SR 60: Cleveland, Dayton
6
Turn right onto TN 60
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Georgetown Road Northwest
7
Continue on TN 60
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
25th Street Northwest
8
Continue on TN 60
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
25th Street NW
9
Continue on TN 60
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
25th Street Northwest
10
Turn right onto US 11
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Keith Street
11
Turn left onto Inman Street West
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Inman Street West
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
US 64
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from Johnson, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 46.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
SR 322 / Oakland Road
At end of road, turn right onto SR 322 / Oakland Road
Navigation decision point
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
44 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward SR 60: Cleveland, Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 60: Cleveland, Dayton
5
44.2 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
TN 60 / Georgetown Road Northwest
Turn right onto TN 60 / Georgetown Road Northwest
Navigation decision point
6
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
Inman Street West
Turn left onto Inman Street West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.39 one way
$14.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.10 | $18.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.44 | $20.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.62 | $3.03 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Cleveland, TN
Late night in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
84°F
Athens, TN
24 mi in
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
8 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 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 route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 79% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 75. You'll experience a consistent pace for the most part, including a significant stretch of 37.4 miles on I 75 without needing to exit. While Oakland Road and Keith Street offer a brief taste of local thoroughfares, the dominant character is that of a high-speed transit. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over winding scenic byways.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.4 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Oakland Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near SR 322 / Oakland Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Johnson, TN to Cleveland, TN is easy. At 1h with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (SR 322 / Oakland Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 44 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 Johnson, TN to Cleveland, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dayton along the way.
Dayton
44 mi in
|
~54m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 47.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.4 miles on I 75. 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 1.5 miles (SR 322 / Oakland Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 44 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cleveland, 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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