Driving to Asheville
Getting here
Travel by Car to Asheville
Asheville is an easy drive from most of the eastern United States. It is centrally located in the epicenter of numerous major cities and accessible from the following interstates and highways: I-26, I-40 and I-240; U.S. 19/23, 25, 25A, 70, and 74.
Consider starting your trip at the Asheville Visitor Center, open seven days a week. Located at 36 Montford Ave (Exit 4C off I-240) near downtown Asheville, the Visitor Center is the place for maps, local information and insider tips on how to get around. Call (828) 258-6129 for more information.
Need help with parking? Asheville has numerous parking options in downtown. Learn more about available parking and rates here.
Post-Hurricane Helene Road Status:
Most roads have reopened. The route from Eastern Tennessee may look different.
- I-40 has reopened one lane near the NC/TN border in both directions with a reduced speed limit and narrowed lanes.
- I-26 has reopened in both directions near the NC/TN border in Erwin, TN.
- Best alternate routes add 15–30 minutes of drive time.
For real-time traffic updates, road closure information, and alternate routes (which may add drive time to travels), please visit Drive NC.gov.
Drive Times to Asheville
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A Beautiful New Drive to AVL from TN
For travelers heading to Asheville from Knoxville, Nashville, Chattanooga, the usual route via I-40 may be temporarily closed—but life's detours are full of silver linings.
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Rated as one of the fastest growing airports in the U.S., the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is conveniently located just 20 minutes south of downtown Asheville.
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