Origin
Bartlett, TN
Afternoon in Bartlett on Thursday
Local time
4:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, TN to Greenbrier, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
185.9 mi
299 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
★
6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 48m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 34m
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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Greenbrier, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bartlett, TN to Greenbrier, TN covers 185.9 miles and takes about 3h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Spring Street, SR 48 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 145 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
92.9 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 41m. Total distance: 185.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 41m drive with frequent turns across 185.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 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 145 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 around 5.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bartlett, TN to Greenbrier, TN is easy. At 3h 41m with 5% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 151.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
6
151.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
Take the exit toward SR 48: Centerville, Dickson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 163
Toward SR 48: Centerville, Dickson
4
151.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 48m in
|
SR 48
Turn left onto SR 48
Navigation decision point
4
160.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
|
US 70 Business / West College Street
Turn left onto US 70 Business / West College Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bartlett, TN to Greenbrier, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dickson along the way.
Dickson
151.1 mi in
|
~2h 47m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | 145 mi | 2h 36m |
| Spring Street | 17.6 mi | 25m |
| SR 48 | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| North Main Street | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Stage Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| West College Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| SR 49 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 145 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Greenbrier, 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
145 mi
·
2 hr 36 min
·
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 163
Toward SR 48: Centerville, Dickson
5
Turn left onto SR 48
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 48
6
Turn left onto US 70 Business
332 ft
·
8 sec
·
West College Street
7
Turn right onto SR 48
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
North Main Street
8
Turn right onto SR 49
18 mi
·
25 min
·
Spring Street
9
Arrive at destination
SR 49
Trip Plan
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 92.9 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145 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 41 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.9 miles or 1h 44m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenbrier, 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 185.9 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 145 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.9 mi from Bartlett, TN · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.9 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 145 miles.
Arriving in Greenbrier, TN
The final approach into Greenbrier, 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 Greenbrier, 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
$29.06 one way
$58.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.91 | $63.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.77 | $71.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.04 | $82.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.52 | $8.92 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.27 | $7.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.4 | 0 | $26.03 | $11.90 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Greenbrier, TN
Afternoon in Greenbrier on Thursday
Local time
4:23 PM
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 41m 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 Greenbrier, TN covers 185.9 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Spring Street, SR 48. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.9 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 $29.06 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.
The drive from Bartlett, TN to Greenbrier, TN is easy. At 3h 41m with 5% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 151.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bartlett, TN to Greenbrier, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dickson along the way.
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