Knoxville to Quincy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Knoxville from Quincy?

The distance from Knoxville to Quincy is 491.6 miles (791.1 km) as the crow flies. Quincy is located NW of Knoxville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 589.9 miles, taking about 11h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Knoxville in Tennessee and Quincy in Illinois.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Knoxville and Quincy. 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.