Origin
Bartlett, TN
Evening in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, TN to Brownsville, TN
Drive Time
1h
Distance
48.9 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
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6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartlett, TN
Kelly
Brownsville, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Bartlett to Brownsville, Tennessee, expect a straightforward 48.9-mile journey that typically takes about an hour. Because this is a short drive within the Southeast region, you can easily complete it as a one-day trip without needing an overnight stay. Your fuel budget will remain minimal, as a round trip should cost around $7. This route is best suited for those who prefer navigating local roads rather than long stretches of interstate. It serves as a practical connection between these two Tennessee towns, offering a quick and efficient way to reach your destination.
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
24.5 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway share. You will spend your time navigating via Stage Road and Anderson Avenue, which offer a different pace than typical high-speed corridors. The longest uninterrupted portion of the trip is a 38-mile stretch on the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. Since the road requires frequent attention to turns, you should stay alert behind the wheel throughout the entire 48.9-mile transit. The character of the drive remains consistent as you transition from the local streets of Bartlett toward Brownsville.
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 38 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 early in the drive near TN 15 / Stage Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TN 15 / Stage Road): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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TN 15 / Stage Road
Depart onto TN 15 / Stage Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
5.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Nashville
5
6.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
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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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
44.1 mi into trip
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~52m in
Take the exit toward SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 56
Toward SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville
8
44.3 mi into trip
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~53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 56
Toward SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville
Towns Along This Route
Between Bartlett, TN and Brownsville, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Somerville.
Nashville
5.8 mi in
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~10m
Somerville
44.1 mi in
|
~52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | 38 mi | 41m |
| Stage Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Anderson Avenue | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| SR 76 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Washington Avenue | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 38 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Brownsville, 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
38 mi
·
41 min
·
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 56
Toward SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville
5
Keep slight left at fork
178 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 56
Toward SR 76: Brownsville, Somerville
6
Turn left onto SR 76
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
SR 76
7
Continue on TN 76
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Anderson Avenue
8
At end of road, turn left onto East Main Street
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Enter roundabout onto TN 54
24 ft
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0 sec
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North Washington Avenue
10
Arrive at destination
TN 54
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick one-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever suits you best. You don't need to worry about planning complex rest stops along the way, as you can easily reach your destination without any scheduled breaks. Keep in mind that because the route relies on local roads rather than major highways, your travel time may be slightly affected by local traffic conditions. Make sure your fuel tank is topped off before heading out, given the $7 estimated cost for the journey. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay particularly attentive while navigating the turn-heavy sections of the local roads, as they require more focus than a standard highway drive.
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 24.5 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 48.9 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.5 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brownsville, 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 48.9 miles and 1h.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway for about 38 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.5 mi from Bartlett, TN · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 48.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from Bartlett, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brownsville, TN
The final approach into Brownsville, 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 Brownsville, 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
$7.43 one way
$14.85 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
| premium | $4.80 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.86 | $21.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.13 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Brownsville, TN
Evening in Brownsville on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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 Brownsville, TN covers 48.9 miles and takes about 1h 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, Anderson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.5 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 $7.43 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 straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TN 15 / Stage Road): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Between Bartlett, TN and Brownsville, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Somerville.
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