Asheville to Smyrna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.9 miles 360.4 km · straight line
279.9 miles estimated 450.5 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Asheville from Smyrna?

The distance from Asheville to Smyrna is 223.9 miles (360.4 km) as the crow flies. Smyrna is located W of Asheville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.9 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Asheville in North Carolina and Smyrna 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Asheville and Smyrna. 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 Asheville to Smyrna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Asheville & Smyrna

Quick Facts

Asheville
35.60°N, 82.55°W
America/New_York
649m elevation
Smyrna
35.98°N, 86.52°W
America/Chicago
166m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients