Origin
Bartlett, TN
Evening in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
8:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, TN to Chapel Hill, TN
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
102.2 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartlett, TN
Kelly
Chapel Hill, TN
Andy Staver
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Tennessee, the 102.2-mile trek from Bartlett to Chapel Hill is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 2 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable drive for a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your journey will take you across the Southeast region using a combination of the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, US 412, and SR 200. Budgeting roughly $16 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, allowing you to focus on the road ahead. Because this is a relatively short distance, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule. It is a straightforward route that keeps you within the state while transitioning from the Bartlett area toward the community of Chapel Hill.
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
51.1 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will spend 75 miles of the journey on the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, the route maintains a highway share of only 16%. You will find that the road transitions frequently, moving from faster highway stretches into more technical local segments. This variation keeps the driving experience engaging, as you navigate the specific turns required to reach your destination. By the time you complete the 102.2-mile trip, you will have navigated a mix of road types that reflect the local character of the Tennessee landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 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 75 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TN 15 / Stage Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bartlett, TN to Chapel Hill, TN is easy. At 2h 2m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
5
81.1 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward 152: Lexington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 93
Toward 152: Lexington
4
81.3 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
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SR 152 / Law Road
Turn right onto SR 152 / Law Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Bartlett, TN and Chapel Hill, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and 152: Lexington.
Nashville
5.8 mi in
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~10m
152: Lexington
81.1 mi in
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~1h 32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | 75 mi | 1h 21m |
| US 412 | 10.4 mi | 11m |
| SR 200 | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Stage Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Lexington Bypass | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Law Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Joe Horton Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 75 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Chapel Hill, 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
75 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 93
Toward 152: Lexington
5
Turn right onto SR 152
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
Law Road
6
Turn left onto US 412
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 412
7
Continue on SR 459
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Lexington Bypass
8
Turn right onto SR 200
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
SR 200
9
Turn left onto Joe Horton Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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Joe Horton Road
10
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 2-hour drive, you don't need to worry about complex stop planning or overnight logistics. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential local congestion, especially since the route relies heavily on turn-heavy local roads. With no formal stops required by the distance, you have the freedom to pace yourself and pull over whenever you need a break. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before setting out; while the $16 estimate is accurate, filling up in Bartlett ensures you won't need to hunt for a station mid-trip. Use your flexibility to your advantage by checking local traffic reports for the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway before you head out to ensure a smooth transition onto the secondary roads.
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 51.1 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chapel Hill, 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 102.2 miles and 2h 2m.
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 75 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.1 mi from Bartlett, TN · 1h 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 51.1 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 75 miles.
Arriving in Chapel Hill, TN
The final approach into Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, 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
$15.52 one way
$31.05 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.11 | $34.22 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.29 | $38.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.71 | $45.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.73 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.94 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Chapel Hill, TN
Evening in Chapel Hill on Sunday
Local time
8:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
2h 2m 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 Chapel Hill, TN covers 102.2 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, US 412, SR 200. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.1 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 $15.52 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.
The drive from Bartlett, TN to Chapel Hill, TN is easy. At 2h 2m with 16% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 Chapel Hill, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and 152: Lexington.
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