Bristol, Tennessee to Pigeon Forge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

94.4 miles 151.9 km · straight line
118 miles estimated 189.9 km · driving distance
2h 22min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, Tennessee from Pigeon Forge?

The distance from Bristol, Tennessee to Pigeon Forge is 94.4 miles (151.9 km) as the crow flies. Pigeon Forge is located SW of Bristol, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 118 miles, taking about 2h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Pigeon Forge. 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 Pigeon Forge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 22min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 50min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 15min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, Tennessee & Pigeon Forge

Quick Facts

Bristol, Tennessee
36.60°N, 82.19°W
America/New_York
511m 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 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 263.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients