Student rides
East Tennessee State University rides home, airport runs & game day
Johnson City, Tennessee· four-year· 10,000–19,999 students
Going home for a break, catching a flight, or heading to a game? Post a Quest from Johnson City and drivers already going your way bid on your trip. Long journeys chain roughly 150-mile relay legs — each driver stays close to home, and your fare stays low.
Where can you go from campus?
Johnson City connects to the relay grid near Kingsport, TN (20 miles away). Popular first legs:
- Johnson City → Knoxville, TN100 mi · $15–$25
- Johnson City → Spartanburg, SC135 mi · $20–$30
- Johnson City → Charlotte, NC154 mi · $20–$35
- Johnson City → Charleston, WV156 mi · $20–$35
- Johnson City → Lexington-Fayette, KY172 mi · $20–$40
- Johnson City → Roanoke, VA178 mi · $25–$40
- Johnson City → Greensboro, NC183 mi · $25–$40
- Johnson City → Chattanooga, TN215 mi · $30–$50
See every leg on the 150-mile relay grid. Chain several and you can cross the country — plan a multi-leg trip.
Other campuses near Johnson City
East Tennessee State University student travel FAQ
- How do East Tennessee State University students get home for breaks?
- Post a Quest with your destination and date. Drivers leaving Johnson City bid on the trip, and you choose the offer that fits your budget. For long trips, the relay grid chains short legs so each driver stays close to home.
- What does a ride from Johnson City cost?
- Short relay legs on the grid typically run $10–$55 per seat depending on distance. Because your fare covers short hops — not one driver crossing the country — long trips stay affordable.
- Can I ride to the airport from campus?
- Yes. Airport runs are among the most common student Quests. Post your flight time and local drivers will bid on getting you there.