Atlanta to Pigeon Forge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

148.6 miles 239.2 km · straight line
209.2 miles actual route 336.6 km · driving distance
4h 32min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Pigeon Forge?

The distance from Atlanta to Pigeon Forge is 148.6 miles (239.2 km) as the crow flies. Pigeon Forge is located NNE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 209.2 miles, taking about 4h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Pigeon Forge 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 Pigeon Forge. 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 Pigeon Forge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 32min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 26min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~4h 18min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Pigeon Forge

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Pigeon Forge
35.79°N, 83.55°W
America/New_York
317m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM