Goldsboro to Knoxville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Goldsboro from Knoxville?

The distance from Goldsboro to Knoxville is 335 miles (539.2 km) as the crow flies. Knoxville is located W of Goldsboro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 402 miles, taking about 8h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Goldsboro in North Carolina and Knoxville in Tennessee.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Goldsboro 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.