Knoxville to Petersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Knoxville from Petersburg?

The distance from Knoxville to Petersburg is 372 miles (598.7 km) as the crow flies. Petersburg is located ENE of Knoxville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 446.4 miles, taking about 8h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Knoxville in Tennessee and Petersburg in Virginia.

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 Petersburg. 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.