Bristol, Tennessee to Johnson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

21.5 miles 34.6 km · straight line
28 miles estimated 45 km · driving distance
34min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Johnson City?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Johnson City is 21.5 miles (34.6 km) as the crow flies. Johnson City is located SSW of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 28 miles, taking about 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Bristol, Tennessee and Johnson City. 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.

How to Get from Bristol, Tennessee to Johnson City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 34min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m 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 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients