Origin
Bartlett, TN
Morning in Bartlett on Friday
Local time
8:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, TN to Belle Meade, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 35m
Distance
190.7 mi
307 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 23m
★
6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
4h 0m
10 AM
3h 44m
12 PM
3h 42m
3 PM
3h 45m
5 PM
3h 59m
8 PM
3h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartlett, TN
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Belle Meade, TN
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Trip Overview
This 190.7-mile drive from Bartlett, TN to Belle Meade, TN is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated around $30, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. You'll navigate primarily via Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway and Stage Road, with a portion on Memphis-Bristol Highway, though this route has no interstate segments. The journey is characterized by frequent turns, offering a more engaged driving experience than a typical highway cruise. Given its manageable duration and distance, it’s perfectly suited for a day trip within the Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.4 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 35m. Total distance: 190.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 190.7-mile journey, with a 0% highway share meaning you'll be on surface streets and local highways throughout. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 177.8 miles, primarily on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, before the road begins to break into more localized segments. This type of route suggests a more intimate connection with the landscape, passing through communities rather than bypassing them. You'll likely experience varied speed limits and a need for constant attention to navigation as you transition between different local roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 177.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 35m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 183.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Nashville
5
6.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
183.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 70S: Bellevue, Newsom Station
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 196
Toward US 70S: Bellevue, Newsom Station
9
184.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Bellevue, Belle Meade Plantation
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Bellevue, Belle Meade Plantation
4
190.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m in
|
Harding Place
At end of road, turn right onto Harding Place
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | 177.8 mi | 3h 11m |
| Stage Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Memphis-Bristol Highway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Harding Pike | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Harding Place | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 177.8 mi, about 3h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Belle Meade, TN.
1
Start on TN 15
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
2
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Nashville
3
Merge onto I 40
178 mi
·
3 hr 11 min
·
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 196
Toward US 70S: Bellevue, Newsom Station
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
153 ft
·
3 sec
Toward Bellevue, Belle Meade Plantation
Use the right lane.
6
Turn slight right onto US 70S
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Memphis-Bristol Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 70S
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Harding Pike
8
Turn right onto Harding Place
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harding Place
9
At end of road, turn right onto Harding Place
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Harding Place
10
Arrive at destination
Harding Place
Trip Plan
For this 3 hour and 35 minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially on the local roads. With only one recommended stop and a total distance of 190.7 miles, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Plan your fuel stops strategically, as the estimated $30 cost is based on the entire trip, and local roads might have fewer service stations than interstates. Pay close attention to road signs and your GPS, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means frequent adjustments are necessary. A specific tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the transitions between Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway and Stage Road, as these are key points where navigation can become more complex.
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 95.4 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 177.8 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 42 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.4 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belle Meade, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bartlett, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Bartlett, TN
This is one driving day of about 190.7 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Bartlett, 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 Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway for about 177.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.4 mi from Bartlett, TN · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
95 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 95.4 miles from Bartlett, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 177.8 miles.
Arriving in Belle Meade, TN
The final approach into Belle Meade, 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 Belle Meade, 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
$29.81 one way
$59.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.73 | $65.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $36.70 | $73.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.10 | $84.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.02 | $9.15 |
| Efficient EV | 47.7 | 0 | $16.69 | $7.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.3 | 0 | $26.70 | $12.20 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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
Belle Meade, TN
Morning in Belle Meade on Friday
Local time
8:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 35m 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 Bartlett, TN to Belle Meade, TN covers 190.7 miles and takes about 3h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Stage Road, Memphis-Bristol Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.4 miles from Bartlett, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.81 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 35m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 183.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bartlett, TN to Belle Meade, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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