Atlanta to Gatlinburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

144.7 miles 232.8 km · straight line
196.4 miles actual route 316 km · driving distance
4h 38min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
20° NNE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Gatlinburg?

The distance from Atlanta to Gatlinburg is 144.7 miles (232.8 km) as the crow flies. Gatlinburg is located NNE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.4 miles, taking about 4h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Atlanta and Gatlinburg. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Gatlinburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 38min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 34min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~4h 24min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Gatlinburg

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 172.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM