Durham, North Carolina to Morristown, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

245.9 miles 395.7 km · straight line
307.3 miles estimated 494.6 km · driving distance
6h 11min estimated drive time
$30 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Morristown, Tennessee?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Morristown, Tennessee is 245.9 miles (395.7 km) as the crow flies. Morristown, Tennessee is located W of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 307.3 miles, taking about 6h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Morristown, Tennessee 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Durham, North Carolina and Morristown, Tennessee. 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 Durham, North Carolina to Morristown, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 11min $30 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 25min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 52min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Morristown, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m elevation
Morristown, Tennessee
36.21°N, 83.29°W
America/New_York
397m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients