Distance from Detroit to Knoxville by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Knoxville (TN) is 443 miles or 713 kilometers or 385 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Knoxville is 508 miles (819 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 65 miles or 106 km.

Detroit to Knoxville Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Detroit, MI and Knoxville, TN
This map shows the distance from Detroit, MI, Usa to Knoxville, TN, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Detroit, Michigan to Knoxville, Tennessee is displayed below.

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Knoxville, TN

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Knoxville, Tennessee is 508 miles or 819 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Knoxville, TN is 508 miles or 819 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Knoxville, Tennessee.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Knoxville, Tennessee is approximately 508 miles (819 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Knoxville, TN

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Knoxville, TN?
The total driving time is 9 hours, 31 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Knoxville take?
Detroit and Knoxville are 9 hours 31 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Detroit and Knoxville

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Knoxville (TN) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Knoxville
2025-12-27, 17:01:09 EST	2025-12-27, 17:01:09 EST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Knoxville Tennessee, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Detroit, MI and Knoxville, TN in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	508 mi	819 km	441.15 nmi
Straight line distance	443 mi	713 km	385 nmi
Difference	65 mi	106 km	56 nmi

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