Trip from Bartlett, TN to Decherd, TN

Drive Time

5h

Distance

244.8 mi

394 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 47m ★
6 AM
5h 1m
8 AM
5h 28m
10 AM
5h 10m
12 PM
5h 8m
3 PM
5h 12m
5 PM
5h 27m
8 PM
4h 53m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Bartlett, TN, TN

Bartlett, TN

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Downtown Decherd, TN, TN

Decherd, TN

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Bartlett to Decherd covers 244.8 miles across Tennessee, making for a straightforward journey that fits into a single day of driving. You should budget approximately 5 hours of time behind the wheel, which allows for a comfortable pace without feeling rushed. With an estimated fuel cost of $37, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. Since the route stays entirely within the Southeast region, you won't face significant climate changes or regional shifts along the way. Planning this as a one-day excursion is perfectly manageable, though keep in mind that you will want to account for at least one planned stop to stretch your legs.

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

122.4 miles from Bartlett, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of your travel occurring on major routes. You will rely primarily on US 64 and Wayne Road to navigate the distance between these two Tennessee towns. Expect a significant uninterrupted experience, as your longest stretch reaches 156.4 miles on US 64 alone. Because the majority of the drive consists of high-speed travel, you should prepare for steady, consistent driving rather than frequent stops or technical maneuvers. The road profile remains relatively predictable, offering a functional and efficient path rather than a winding backroads tour.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 156.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and United States Route 64. 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 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 5h drive. You will face about 11 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 78.7 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | TN 15 / Stage Road

Depart onto TN 15 / Stage Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
4
78.7 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | US 64

Turn left onto US 64

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
3
99.2 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in | Water Street

Turn right onto Water Street

Navigation decision point

4
99.6 mi into trip | ~2h 12m in | US 64; SR 69; SR 128 / Main Street

Turn right onto US 64; SR 69; SR 128 / Main Street

Navigation decision point

6
240.6 mi into trip | ~4h 55m in | US 64 Business / David Crockett Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 64 Business / David Crockett Highway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 64 156.4 mi 3h 13m
United States Route 64 44.4 mi 50m
Wayne Road 31.1 mi 35m
Stage Road 6.4 mi 11m
Dinah Shore Boulevard 1.4 mi 1m
David Crockett Highway 1.1 mi 1m
West Main Street 0.9 mi 1m
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard 0.8 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 64 — 156.4 mi, about 3h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Decherd, TN.

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Start on TN 15

6.4 mi · 11 min · Stage Road
Use the none lane.
2

Continue on US 64

72 mi · 1 hr 29 min · US 64
Use the none lane.
3

Turn left onto US 64

20 mi · 30 min · US 64
Use the left lane.
4

Turn right onto Water Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Water Street
5

Turn left onto TN 128

344 ft · 12 sec · Pickwick Street South
6

Turn right onto US 64; SR 69; SR 128

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Main Street
7

Continue on US 64; SR 128

31 mi · 35 min · Wayne Road
8

Continue on US 64

0.8 mi · 52 sec · Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
9

Continue on US 64

44 mi · 50 min · United States Route 64
10

Continue on US 64

0.7 mi · 48 sec · West College Street
11

Continue on US 64

64 mi · 1 hr 13 min · US 64
Use the none lane.
12

Turn left onto TN 16

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Rowe Gap Road
13

Enter roundabout onto US 64 Business

35 ft · 0 sec · David Crockett Highway
14

Continue on US 64 Business

1.1 mi · 1 min · David Crockett Highway
15

Turn slight right onto US 64 Business

0.4 mi · 29 sec · 1st Avenue Southwest
16

Take the exit onto US 41A; US 64 Business; SR 50

288 ft · 7 sec · South College Street
17

Turn right onto US 41A; SR 50

1.4 mi · 1 min · Dinah Shore Boulevard
18

Continue on US 41A; SR 50

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Decherd Boulevard
19

Turn right onto SR 50

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
20

Turn left

330 ft · 14 sec
21

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 5-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid midday congestion on the busier stretches of US 64. Since the route includes one recommended stop, look for a convenient location around the midpoint to refuel and grab a quick bite. Given that your fuel costs will hover around $37, filling up your tank before you leave Bartlett can simplify your logistics. Keep a close eye on your mileage during that 156.4-mile stretch on US 64, as it will be the most demanding portion of your journey. Staying flexible with your schedule is easy on this route, so don't hesitate to pull over if you need a break during that long highway phase.

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 122.4 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.4 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 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122.4 miles or 2h 39m 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 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Decherd, 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 244.8 miles and 5h.

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 US 64 for about 156.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 122.4 mi from Bartlett, TN · 2h 39m into the drive

Downtown Mount Carmel, TN, TN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mount Carmel, TN

122 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

Mount Carmel, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mount Carmel, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.4 miles from Bartlett, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 156.4 miles.

Arriving in Decherd, TN

The final approach into Decherd, 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 Decherd, 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

$37.18 one way

$74.37 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $40.99 $81.98
premium $4.80 $46.21 $92.43
diesel $5.64 $54.39 $108.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 73.4 0 $25.70 $11.75
Efficient EV 61.2 0 $21.42 $9.79
EV Truck/SUV 97.9 1 $34.27 $15.67

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Bartlett, TN

Evening in Bartlett on Sunday

Local time

8:31 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Decherd, TN

Evening in Decherd on Sunday

Local time

8:31 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

5h 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 Bartlett, TN to Decherd, TN covers 244.8 miles and takes about 5h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, United States Route 64, Wayne Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 122.4 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 $37.18 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 straightforward 5h drive. You will face about 11 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 78.7 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bartlett, TN to Decherd, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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