Knoxville to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Knoxville from Washington DC?

The distance from Knoxville to Washington DC is 428.9 miles (690.2 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located ENE of Knoxville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 487.5 miles, taking about 8h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Knoxville in Tennessee and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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 Washington DC. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.