Anderson, South Carolina to Gatlinburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.7 miles 155.7 km · straight line
120.9 miles estimated 194.6 km · driving distance
2h 26min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
330° NNW bearing direction

How far is Anderson, South Carolina from Gatlinburg?

The distance from Anderson, South Carolina to Gatlinburg is 96.7 miles (155.7 km) as the crow flies. Gatlinburg is located NNW of Anderson, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.9 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, South Carolina in South Carolina and Gatlinburg in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, South Carolina and Gatlinburg. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Anderson, South Carolina to Gatlinburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 26min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 55min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 19min $15–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, South Carolina & Gatlinburg

Quick Facts

Anderson, South Carolina
34.50°N, 82.65°W
America/New_York
240m elevation
Gatlinburg
35.71°N, 83.51°W
America/New_York
408m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 257.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients