Distance Guide
How far is Nashville from Knoxville?
The distance between Nashville, TN and Knoxville, TN is about 160 miles — roughly a 2 hr 55 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
160 mi
Drive time
2 hr 55 min
Midpoint
36.062°, -85.351°
Driving from Nashville to Knoxville
Most drivers cover the 160-mile route in about 2 hr 55 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 80 miles each instead of 160. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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