Frankfort, Kentucky to Knoxville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Frankfort, Kentucky from Knoxville?

The distance from Frankfort, Kentucky to Knoxville is 163.4 miles (263 km) as the crow flies. Knoxville is located SSE of Frankfort, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 204.3 miles, taking about 4h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Frankfort, Kentucky in Kentucky and Knoxville 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Frankfort, Kentucky 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.