Kingsport to Wilson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265.4 miles 427.2 km · straight line
331.8 miles estimated 534 km · driving distance
6h 41min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
101° E bearing direction

How far is Kingsport from Wilson?

The distance from Kingsport to Wilson is 265.4 miles (427.2 km) as the crow flies. Wilson is located E of Kingsport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 331.8 miles, taking about 6h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Kingsport in Tennessee and Wilson in North 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 Wilson. 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 Wilson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 41min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 1min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 21min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kingsport & Wilson

Quick Facts

Kingsport
36.55°N, 82.56°W
America/New_York
369m elevation
Wilson
35.72°N, 77.92°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients