Branson to Knoxville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Branson from Knoxville?

The distance from Branson to Knoxville is 519.7 miles (836.3 km) as the crow flies. Knoxville is located E of Branson. By car, the driving distance is approximately 623.6 miles, taking about 12h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Branson in Missouri and Knoxville in Tennessee.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Branson and Knoxville. 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.