Origin
Algood, TN
Afternoon in Algood on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Algood, TN to Franklin, TN
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
101.3 mi
163 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Algood, TN
Kelly
Franklin, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Traveling from Algood to Franklin covers 101.3 miles across the Southeast, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes. Since the drive is quite manageable, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should anticipate a fuel budget of roughly $15 to complete the transit between these two Tennessee locations. Because the route is heavily focused on highway travel, you can expect a very predictable experience. This drive provides a direct link between the two points, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.7 miles from Algood, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 93% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares like SR 111, I-40, and I-65. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the interstate, including a significant 74.9-mile stretch on I-40 that serves as the backbone of your drive. Because the route relies so heavily on high-speed roads, it lacks the technical complexities of local backroads, offering a consistent pace instead. Expect a utilitarian experience where the focus is firmly on moving quickly between the two regions. The transition between these highway segments is seamless, ensuring you remain on major transit corridors for almost the entire duration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Main Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 101.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 80 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
7
80 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 213A
Toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattano...
8
83.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
8
83.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 65 South: Huntsville
8
98.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 65
Toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
Towns Along This Route
Between Algood, TN and Franklin, TN, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Huntsville and 65: Huntsville.
Chattanooga
80 mi in
|
~1h 29m
Huntsville
83.3 mi in
|
~1h 33m
65: Huntsville
83.6 mi in
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~1h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 74.9 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 65 | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| SR 111 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Murfreesboro Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| 3rd Avenue South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 74.9 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algood, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on 2nd Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
2nd Avenue North
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto West Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
4
Continue on East 10th Street
456 ft
·
17 sec
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East 10th Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
6
Merge onto SR 111
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 111
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
8
Merge onto I 40
75 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
I 40
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 213A
Toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 53
Toward I 440 West: Memphis
11
Continue on I 440
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 5
Toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 65 South: Huntsville
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
this road
Exit 5
Toward 65: Huntsville
15
Merge onto I 65
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 65
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 65
Toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto TN 96
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Murfreesboro Road
Use the right lane.
18
Continue on TN 96
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
3rd Avenue South
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
397 ft
·
6 sec
·
Public Square
20
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, since the route relies on major interstates like I-40 and I-65, try to avoid peak commuter hours to ensure you maintain your estimated travel time. Because you will be on the highway for the vast majority of the 101.3 miles, there are no mandatory stops required for this distance. Pack your vehicle with your necessary travel essentials before leaving Algood to avoid extra errands along the way. Your best strategy is to maintain a steady pace on the long 74.9-mile interstate segment, as this will dictate the bulk of your arrival time in Franklin.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.7 miles from Algood, TN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.7 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Algood, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Algood, TN
This is one driving day of about 101.3 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Algood, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 74.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.7 mi from Algood, TN · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.7 miles from Algood, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.9 miles.
Arriving in Franklin, TN
The final approach into Franklin, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Franklin, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.39 one way
$30.77 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.96 | $33.92 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.12 | $38.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.51 | $45.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.64 | $4.86 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.18 | $6.48 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Franklin, TN
Afternoon in Franklin on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 55m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Algood, TN to Franklin, TN covers 101.3 miles and takes about 1h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 65, SR 111. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.7 miles from Algood, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 101.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 80 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Algood, TN and Franklin, TN, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Huntsville and 65: Huntsville.
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