Kingsport to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

220.6 miles 355 km · straight line
275.8 miles estimated 443.8 km · driving distance
5h 33min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Kingsport from Sumter?

The distance from Kingsport to Sumter is 220.6 miles (355 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located SE of Kingsport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 275.8 miles, taking about 5h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Kingsport in Tennessee and Sumter in South Carolina.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kingsport and Sumter. 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 Kingsport to Sumter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 33min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 40min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 16min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kingsport & Sumter

Quick Facts

Kingsport
36.55°N, 82.56°W
America/New_York
369m elevation
Sumter
33.92°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients