Drive time
Knoxville to Franklin
Quick answer
The drive from Knoxville, TN to Franklin, TN is approximately 2 hr 45 min covering about 165 miles at typical highway speeds.
Distance
165 mi
Drive time
2 hr 45 min
Midpoint
35.94°, -85.39°
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If you're driving to meet someone in Franklin, meeting halfway saves each of you about 83 miles and 83 minutes round-trip.
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Midpoint
35.9428°, -85.3948°
Knoxville and Franklin are about 165 miles apart — each person drives roughly 83 miles.
Sample of top spots near this midpoint
Coffee
Roastery & Co.
★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop
Brunch
Sunday Skillet
★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating
Bar
The Halfway House
★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable
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