Gatlinburg to Sugar Hill: Road Trip Guide & Distance

115 miles 185 km · straight line
143.7 miles estimated 231.3 km · driving distance
2h 53min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
195° SSW bearing direction

How far is Gatlinburg from Sugar Hill?

The distance from Gatlinburg to Sugar Hill is 115 miles (185 km) as the crow flies. Sugar Hill is located SSW of Gatlinburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143.7 miles, taking about 2h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Gatlinburg in Tennessee and Sugar Hill in Georgia.

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. 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 Sugar Hill. 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 Gatlinburg to Sugar Hill

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 53min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 28min $11–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 44min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gatlinburg & Sugar Hill

Quick Facts

Gatlinburg
35.71°N, 83.51°W
America/New_York
408m elevation
Sugar Hill
34.11°N, 84.03°W
America/New_York
350m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 216.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients