Getting Around Gatlinburg

By Car
Traffic in the Smokies can get heavy especially along Highway 66 during peak travel seasons (July and October are the highest travel months). Visitors can take one of these less-traveled and scenic routes to Gatlinburg and be on their way to the perfect mountain getaway.

From Virginia: Take I-81 South to I -40 East to Exit 435 (Newport) and follow Hwy 321 South all the way into Gatlinburg. Approximate drive time from interstate: 45 minutes
From Knoxville: Take I-75 North and follow Highway 321 to I-40 East to Exit 435 and follow Highway 321 South. Approximate drive time from interstate: 45 minutes.
From Chattanooga: Take Exit 81 on I-75 North and follow Highway 321 North to Gatlinburg through Maryville and Townsend. Approximate driving time from interstate: 1 hour 10 minutes.
From Nashville: Take I-75 South to Exit 81 and follow Highway 321 North through Maryville and Townsend to Gatlinburg. Approximate driving time from interstate: 1 hour 10 minutes.
From Asheville: Take I-40 West to Exit 440 and follow Highway 321 South to Gatlinburg. Approximate drive time from interstate: 45 minutes.
From Atlanta: Take I-85 North to I-985 North to US 23. Take US 23 to Highway 23/441 to Highway 74/441 through Cherokee, North Carolina to Gatlinburg. Approximate driving time: 4 hours 10 minutes.

By Air:
Knoxville - McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
2055 Alcoa Highway
Alcoa, TN 37701
865-342-3000
The airport is located approximate 55 miles north of Gatlinburg. It is served by many of the national airlines as well as certain regional carriers.

Ground Transportation:
Most of the major car rental companies are available at the airport.

Getting Around:
Due to the many activities and attractions available, the best way to get around the area is by either personal or rental car.
Gatlinburg also provides Trolley service in and around the area. It is a good alternative for getting around Gatlinburg during the peak vacations times when Gatlinburg receives a large number of visitors.