Origin
Bartlett, TN
Evening in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
7:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, TN to Brentwood Estates, TN
Drive Time
3h 45m
Distance
196.3 mi
316 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 33m
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6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 54m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartlett, TN
Kelly
Brentwood Estates, TN
Andy Staver
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bartlett to Brentwood Estates covers 196.3 miles across the Southeast, making for a manageable journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate sprint, you should plan on this being a focused, one-day excursion. You can expect to spend about $30 on fuel for the trip, which is quite reasonable for the distance. While you could technically make this a round-trip in a single day, breaking it up or allowing for at least one planned stop will keep your energy levels high. This route is best suited for drivers who prefer navigating local roads over the monotony of major highways.
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
98.2 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique experience behind the wheel, as this route is defined by a turn-heavy local profile rather than high-speed highway cruising. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, which accounts for a 177.8-mile stretch of your journey. Since the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on navigating local corridors like Stage Road and Old Hickory Boulevard. The road’s personality shifts from suburban transit to more intricate turns, requiring you to stay alert throughout the nearly four-hour drive. This isn't a mindless interstate grind; it is a technical route that demands your full attention as you transition between these specific local roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 183.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 196.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 183.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 184.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 186.2 miles (Old Hickory Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
183.9 mi into trip
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~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
6
186.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m in
|
Old Hickory Boulevard
Turn right onto Old Hickory Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
187.9 mi into trip
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~3h 30m in
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SR 254 / Old Hickory Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 254 / Old Hickory Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
195 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m in
|
Maryland Way
Turn left onto Maryland Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Bartlett, TN and Brentwood Estates, TN, road signs point toward Newsom Station, Bellevue and Belle Meade Plantation.
Newsom Station
183.9 mi in
|
~3h 22m
Bellevue
184.2 mi in
|
~3h 23m
Belle Meade Plantation
184.2 mi in
|
~3h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | 177.8 mi | 3h 11m |
| Old Hickory Boulevard | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| Stage Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Memphis-Bristol Highway | 2 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 100 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Wilson Pike | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Church Street East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Meadowlawn Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
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 Brentwood Estates, TN.
1
Start on TN 15
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
Use the none lane.
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 none / 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
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Memphis-Bristol Highway
Use the none lane.
7
Turn right onto Old Hickory Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Hickory Boulevard
Use the none lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto TN 100
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 100
9
Turn right onto SR 254
6.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Old Hickory Boulevard
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right onto East Park Drive
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Park Drive
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto Maryland Way
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Maryland Way
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on SR 252
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Church Street East
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto TN 252
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Wilson Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Meadowlawn Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Meadowlawn Drive
15
Arrive at destination
Meadowlawn Drive
Trip Plan
Since you are navigating a turn-heavy path for 196.3 miles, aim to depart early in the day to avoid peak congestion on local roads like Old Hickory Boulevard. While the drive is only 3 hours and 45 minutes, building in at least one designated stop is essential to maintain your focus through the winding segments. Keep your $30 fuel budget handy, but ensure you fill up before hitting the more rural stretches where service stations might be less frequent. A smart strategy for this trip is to prioritize your GPS navigation early on, as the mix of local roads can be easy to miscalculate if you aren't watching your turns closely. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here, so don't be afraid to take a quick break whenever you feel the fatigue of the constant turning set in.
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 98.2 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 1h 50m 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.2 miles or 1h 50m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brentwood Estates, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bartlett, 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 Bartlett, TN
This is one driving day of about 196.3 miles and 3h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 98.2 mi from Bartlett, TN · 1h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
98 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 98.2 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 Brentwood Estates, TN
The final approach into Brentwood Estates, 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 Brentwood Estates, 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
$29.82 one way
$59.63 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $32.87 | $65.74 |
| premium | $4.80 | $37.06 | $74.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $43.61 | $87.22 |
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: 68.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.61 | $9.42 |
| Efficient EV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.18 | $7.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 78.5 | 0 | $27.48 | $12.56 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Brentwood Estates, TN
Evening in Brentwood Estates on Sunday
Local time
7:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
65°F
Adamsville, TN
98 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
20 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
3h 45m 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 Brentwood Estates, TN covers 196.3 miles and takes about 3h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Old Hickory Boulevard, Stage Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 98.2 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 $29.82 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 196.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 183.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 184.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 186.2 miles (Old Hickory Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Bartlett, TN and Brentwood Estates, TN, road signs point toward Newsom Station, Bellevue and Belle Meade Plantation.
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