Kingsport to Meads: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kingsport from Meads?

The distance from Kingsport to Meads is 129.1 miles (207.7 km) as the crow flies. Meads is located N of Kingsport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 161.3 miles, taking about 3h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Kingsport in Tennessee and Meads 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. 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 Kingsport and Meads. 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.