Origin
Altamont, TN
Afternoon in Altamont on Sunday
Local time
3:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altamont, TN to Bartlett, TN
Drive Time
5h 28m
Distance
288.8 mi
465 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 15m
★
6 AM
5h 29m
8 AM
5h 55m
10 AM
5h 38m
12 PM
5h 35m
3 PM
5h 39m
5 PM
5h 54m
8 PM
5h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Altamont, TN
Kelly
Bartlett, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Spanning 288.8 miles across Tennessee, this trek from Altamont to Bartlett is a straightforward journey typically taking 5 hours and 28 minutes. Because the route stays within the Southeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the eastern highlands toward the western edge of the state. You can comfortably complete this trip in a single day, making it an efficient option if you need to reach your destination without an overnight stay. Budgeting around $44 for fuel should cover your transit costs, though keeping a little extra on hand is always wise. Since the drive is heavily focused on major thoroughfares, it is a practical choice for those who prioritize speed and reliability over wandering off the beaten path.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
144.4 miles from Altamont, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 92% of your time spent cruising on high-speed roads like I-24, the Tennessee National Guard Parkway, and I-40. Expect a steady, efficient pace as you navigate the transition between these major arteries. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-40, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 157.6 miles. While the experience is primarily an interstate grind, the high highway percentage ensures you avoid the stop-and-go frustration of local traffic for most of the trip. The road personality here is consistent and predictable, allowing you to settle into a rhythm once you merge onto the main corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 157.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. 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 SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 288.8 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 (SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street
Turn left onto SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
17.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
70.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
7
282.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 64: Bartlett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
9
283 mi into trip
|
~5h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Altamont, TN to Bartlett, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
70.7 mi in
|
~1h 27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 157.6 mi | 2h 49m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 53.7 mi | 58m |
| I 24 | 53 mi | 56m |
| Pelham Road | 10 mi | 17m |
| Stage Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Elkhead Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| SR 50 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Cumberland Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 157.6 mi, about 2h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altamont, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on Cumberland Street
182 ft
·
10 sec
·
Cumberland Street
2
Turn right onto Pelham Road
195 ft
·
15 sec
·
Pelham Road
3
Turn left onto SR 56; SR 108
26 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto SR 50; SR 108
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
Pelham Road
5
Continue on SR 50
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Elkhead Road
6
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 50
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 50
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Merge onto I 24
53 mi
·
56 min
·
I 24
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 840
54 mi
·
58 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 40
158 mi
·
2 hr 49 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
Use the none lane.
15
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 28-minute journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since you are spending nearly the entire drive on major highways, monitor your fuel levels before hitting the 157.6-mile stretch on I-40 to avoid any unnecessary anxiety. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid mid-day congestion and ensure you arrive in Bartlett with plenty of daylight to spare. Flexibility is a major advantage on this route; because it is a single-day commitment, you have the freedom to adjust your departure time based on real-time traffic reports. Keep your navigation apps handy, as the reliance on I-40 means you should stay alert for any potential slowdowns on that primary corridor.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 144.4 miles from Altamont, TN, or about 2h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.6 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144.4 miles or 2h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartlett, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Altamont, 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 Altamont, TN
This is one driving day of about 288.8 miles and 5h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Altamont, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 157.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 144.4 mi from Altamont, TN · 2h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
144 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 144.4 miles from Altamont, 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 157.6 miles.
Arriving in Bartlett, TN
The final approach into Bartlett, 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 Bartlett, TN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.87 one way
$87.73 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
101 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $48.36 | $96.71 |
| premium | $4.80 | $54.52 | $109.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $64.16 | $128.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.6 | 1 | $30.32 | $13.86 |
| Efficient EV | 72.2 | 0 | $25.27 | $11.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 115.5 | 1 | $40.43 | $18.48 |
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Bartlett, TN
Afternoon in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
3:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
65°F
Adamsville, TN
144 mi in
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
5h 28m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Altamont, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 288.8 miles and takes about 5h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, I 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 144.4 miles from Altamont, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.87 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 288.8 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 (SR 56; SR 108 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Altamont, TN to Bartlett, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
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