Atlanta to Johnson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

211.3 miles 340 km · straight line
265.9 miles actual route 427.9 km · driving distance
5h 22min estimated drive time
$26 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
32° NNE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Johnson City?

The distance from Atlanta to Johnson City is 211.3 miles (340 km) as the crow flies. Johnson City is located NNE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 265.9 miles, taking about 5h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Johnson City 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Johnson City. 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 Johnson City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 22min $26 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 26min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 6min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Johnson City

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Johnson City
36.31°N, 82.35°W
America/New_York
498m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 117.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM