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Trip from Johnson, TN to Sevierville, TN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 32m

Distance

73.5 mi

118 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Good

5 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 26m ★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Johnson, TN, TN

Johnson, TN

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city in Sevier County, Tennessee, USA

Sevierville, TN

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Trip Overview

Spanning 73.5 miles across the Southeast, this drive from Johnson, TN, to Sevierville, TN, is an efficient trip that typically takes 1 hour and 32 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. The route keeps you entirely within Tennessee, moving you through the region with a practical mix of road types. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this connection between the two cities provides a reliable and predictable travel experience.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

36.8 miles from Johnson, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 38 mi 42m
Chapman Highway 22.1 mi 26m
Oakland Road 5.1 mi 8m
I 40 2.9 mi 3m
West Main Street 2.1 mi 3m
Raby Town Road 1.5 mi 5m
Henley Street 0.6 mi 1m
East Main Street — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: I 75 — 38 mi, about 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Johnson, TN and Sevierville, 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

5.1 mi · 8 min · Oakland Road
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
4

Merge onto I 75

38 mi · 42 min · I 75
Use the straight lane.
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

2.9 mi · 3 min · I 40
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 27 sec
Exit 388 Toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 56 sec
Exit 388 Toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
8

Continue on US 441

0.6 mi · 1 min · Henley Street
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on US 441; SR 33

22 mi · 26 min · Chapman Highway
10

Continue on US 411; US 441

2.1 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
Use the straight lane.
11

Arrive at destination

US 411

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick 1-hour and 32-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at almost any time of day without worrying about complex scheduling. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the route is short enough to complete in one go. Keep in mind that with $11 budgeted for fuel, it is wise to ensure your tank is ready before you start, especially given the transition onto local roads like Oakland Road. Because there are no designated stops provided in this data, try to handle any necessary errands or rest breaks before you leave Johnson. Staying mindful of the switch from the 38-mile I-75 stretch to local surface streets will help you navigate the final miles into Sevierville with ease.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.8 miles from Johnson, TN, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 16 miles or 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 36.8 miles or 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sevierville, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Johnson, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Johnson, TN

This is one driving day of about 73.5 miles and 1h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Johnson, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 38 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city and county seat of Knox County, State of Tennessee, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Knoxville, TN

37 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

Lenoir City, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brentwood, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.8 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best coffee break · final third

Capybara Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Knoxville, Tennessee

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Final third · 33min to go 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Capybara Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Final third 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Knoxville, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Cultivate Coffee + Flowers

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Final third 5 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Knoxville, Tennessee

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+18652537560

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route

Sevierville, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ZEF Energy Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Seymour, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Sevierville, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

EV Connect Charging Station

1.8 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

+18668167584

Visit website

Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

+18653663330

Visit website

Market Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv

Knoxville, Tennessee

+18652154248

Visit website

Marble Springs State Historic Site

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Knoxville, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18655735508

Visit website

The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Hours: 5–10 pm

+18652860700

Visit website

Tennessee Mountain Tours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 6

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 48.2 — 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

5
6.8 mi into trip | ~15m in | I 75

Merge onto I 75

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
4
44.9 mi into trip | ~57m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

6
47.8 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 388 Toward Convention Center, East Tennessee Histor...
7
48.2 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 388 Toward Convention Center, East Tennessee Histor...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.49 one way

$22.98 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $12.62 $25.23
premium $4.89 $14.14 $28.29
diesel $5.61 $16.23 $32.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.1 0 $7.72 $3.53
Efficient EV 18.4 0 $6.43 $2.94
EV Truck/SUV 29.4 0 $10.29 $4.70

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Johnson, TN

Late night in Johnson on Tuesday

Local time

5:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Sevierville, TN

Late night in Sevierville on Tuesday

Local time

5:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°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

3 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

1h 32m 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 trip features a mixed drive profile, blending high-speed transit with local navigation. You will spend 56% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 38 miles on I-75. As you transition off the interstate, the character of the road shifts, utilizing Chapman Highway and Oakland Road to reach your final destination. You should anticipate a transition from the faster pace of the interstate to the slightly slower, more localized flow of the secondary roads. The physical feel behind the wheel changes significantly as you move through these different road environments, requiring you to stay alert to shifting speed limits and traffic patterns.

56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near SR 322 / Oakland Road.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 32m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (SR 322 / Oakland Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.8 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Johnson, TN and Sevierville, TN, road signs point toward Convention Center, Tennessee History Center and Museum Of Art.

Convention Center

47.8 mi in | ~1h

Tennessee History Center

47.8 mi in | ~1h

Museum Of Art

47.8 mi in | ~1h

About the Cities

Arriving in Sevierville, TN

Full guide →

Founded 1795

Sevierville is a city in eastern Tennessee. Pronounced "Severe-ville" and named after Colonel John Sevier after his successful campaign in running off the Cherokee inhabitants around 1780, Sevierville was surprisingly anti-secessionist and abolitionist up to and during the Civil War but ended up being pillaged quite badly. Nowadays it is a tourist mecca for those en route to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park or paying homage to Dolly Parton's hometown, or one of the many other attractions.

Top landmarks

  • • Sevier County Courthouse — listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Sevier County

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 73.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 38 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 6.8 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sevierville, 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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