Edison to Great Smoky Mountains: Road Trip Guide & Distance

598.4 miles 963.1 km · straight line
718.1 miles estimated 1155.7 km · driving distance
14h 27min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Edison from Great Smoky Mountains?

The distance from Edison to Great Smoky Mountains is 598.4 miles (963.1 km) as the crow flies. Great Smoky Mountains is located WSW of Edison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 718.1 miles, taking about 14h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Edison in New Jersey and Great Smoky Mountains 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. 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 Edison and Great Smoky Mountains. 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 Edison to Great Smoky Mountains

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 27min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 20min $57–$108* Budget
Train ~18h 47min $86–$251* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edison & Great Smoky Mountains

Quick Facts

Edison
40.52°N, 74.41°W
America/New_York
27m elevation
Great Smoky Mountains
35.61°N, 83.49°W
America/New_York
2025m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients