Driving from Knoxville to Atlanta
Atlanta lies 250 km (155 mi) south of Knoxville, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 23 min without stops, over roughly 305 km (189 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Knoxville | Atlanta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 190,740 | 510,823 |
| Elevation | 277 m (909 ft) | 336 m (1,102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 37901–37998 | 30301–39901 |
Where to book car hire from Knoxville to Atlanta
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Staying in Atlanta
Our booking partner lists 1,304+ places to stay in Atlanta (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 784 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (394), and 11 are five-star. Across 346 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 295,465 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Atlanta from Knoxville?
250 km (155 mi) in a straight line, south of Knoxville; by road roughly 305 km (189 mi).
How long does it take to get from Knoxville to Atlanta by car?
About 3 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Knoxville and Atlanta?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where can I stay in Atlanta?
Our booking partner lists 1,304+ places to stay in Atlanta, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.