Knoxville to New Bern: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Knoxville from New Bern?

The distance from Knoxville to New Bern is 391 miles (629.3 km) as the crow flies. New Bern is located E of Knoxville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 469.3 miles, taking about 9h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Knoxville in Tennessee and New Bern in North Carolina.

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. 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 Knoxville and New Bern. 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.