Knoxville to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Knoxville from State College?

The distance from Knoxville to State College is 468 miles (753.2 km) as the crow flies. State College is located NE of Knoxville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 561.6 miles, taking about 11h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Knoxville in Tennessee and State College in Pennsylvania.

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 State College. 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.