How far is Franklin, TN from Knoxville, TN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Franklin and Knoxville is 164.93 miles (265.42 km).
Flight distance from Franklin, TN to Knoxville, TN is 164.93 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 23 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Franklin to Knoxville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Franklin, Tennessee to Knoxville, Tennessee is: 196.52 miles (316.26 km) by car.
Driving from Franklin to Knoxville will take approximately 02 hours 58 minutes.
#1 Franklin
The second most populous city in Williamson County, Tennessee. It is located in the Nashville metropolitan area. Franklin is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Carnton Plantation and the Frist Art Museum.
| Population | 85316 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°55'30"N 86°52'8"W |
| Latitude | 35.9250600 |
| Longitude | -86.8688900 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Knoxville
The most populous city in Tennessee. It is located in the eastern part of the state. Knoxville is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Knoxville Zoo and the Museum of Art & Design.
| Population | 190223 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°57'38"N 83°55'15"W |
| Latitude | 35.9606400 |
| Longitude | -83.9207400 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Knoxville: US 11 (-83.920795,35.960617)
Estimated Travel Time Between Franklin and Knoxville
The distance between Franklin and Knoxville is 316 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 30 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Franklin, TN and Knoxville, TN. The current time in Franklin is 12:22:10, although it is 13:22:10 in Knoxville.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 32 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 54 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 16 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 48 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.25 liters (6.93 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Franklin and Knoxville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Franklin to Knoxville is $21.77 (diesel $29.01).
Tennessee gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.14 | $3.56 | $3.93 | $4.18 |
| Total | $21.77 | $24.67 | $27.27 | $29.01 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Tennessee ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.140 (Diesel $4.183) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 17, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Franklin and Knoxville (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from East Chattanooga, TN to Franklin 135.21 miles (218 km)
Driving distance from Johnson, TN to Franklin 177.18 miles (285 km)
