Great Smoky Mountains to Hopkinsville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

239.2 miles 385 km · straight line
299.1 miles estimated 481.3 km · driving distance
6h 1min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Great Smoky Mountains from Hopkinsville?

The distance from Great Smoky Mountains to Hopkinsville is 239.2 miles (385 km) as the crow flies. Hopkinsville is located WNW of Great Smoky Mountains. By car, the driving distance is approximately 299.1 miles, taking about 6h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee and Hopkinsville in Kentucky.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Great Smoky Mountains and Hopkinsville. 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 Great Smoky Mountains to Hopkinsville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 1min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 13min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 43min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Great Smoky Mountains & Hopkinsville

Quick Facts

Great Smoky Mountains
35.61°N, 83.49°W
America/New_York
2025m elevation
Hopkinsville
36.87°N, 87.49°W
America/Chicago
161m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients