Athens, Georgia to Great Smoky Mountains: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Georgia from Great Smoky Mountains?

The distance from Athens, Georgia to Great Smoky Mountains is 114.3 miles (183.9 km) as the crow flies. Great Smoky Mountains is located N of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.9 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and Great Smoky Mountains 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. 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 Athens, Georgia and Great Smoky Mountains. 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.