Gatlinburg to Great Smoky Mountains: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gatlinburg from Great Smoky Mountains?

The distance from Gatlinburg to Great Smoky Mountains is 7.1 miles (11.5 km) as the crow flies. Great Smoky Mountains is located S of Gatlinburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 9.3 miles, taking about 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Gatlinburg 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.