Origin
Bartlett, TN
Late night in Bartlett on Thursday
Local time
12:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 59m
Distance
321.6 mi
518 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 47m
★
6 AM
6h 0m
8 AM
6h 26m
10 AM
6h 9m
12 PM
6h 6m
3 PM
6h 10m
5 PM
6h 24m
8 PM
5h 52m
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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Lookout Mountain, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bartlett, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN covers 321.6 miles and takes about 5h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Nashville, Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, I 840 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
160.8 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 59m drive with frequent turns across 321.6 miles of local and secondary 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.
Nashville is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 59m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bartlett, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville | — | — |
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | — | — |
| I 840 East | — | — |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | — | — |
| I 24 East | — | — |
| US 41 | — | — |
| Cummings Highway | — | — |
| Alford Hill Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Nashville
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Lookout Mountain, TN.
1
Start on Stage Road
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
2
Take the exit slight left toward Nashville
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Nashville
3
Merge slight left onto Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
158 mi
·
2 hr 50 min
·
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
5
Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
52 mi
·
56 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 24 East: Chattanooga
7
Merge slight left
99 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 41, US 64, US 72, TN 2: Lookout Valley, Lookout Mountain
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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US 41, US 64, US 72, TN 2: Lookout Valley, Lookout Mountain
9
Turn right onto Cummings Highway
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Cummings Highway
10
Turn right onto Alford Hill Drive
374 ft
·
24 sec
·
Alford Hill Drive
11
Turn sharp left onto Old Wauhatchie Pike
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Wauhatchie Pike
12
Turn right onto South Scenic Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Scenic Highway
13
Continue on Stonedge Point
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Stonedge Point
14
Continue on Scenic Highway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Scenic Highway
15
Arrive at your destination
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 160.8 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
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 71 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.8 miles or 2h 59m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lookout Mountain, 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 321.6 miles and 5h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.8 mi from Bartlett, TN · 2h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 160.8 miles from Bartlett, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lookout Mountain, TN
The final approach into Lookout Mountain, 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 Lookout Mountain, 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
$50.28 one way
$100.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $55.20 | $110.41 |
| premium | $4.89 | $61.89 | $123.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.01 | $142.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.5 | 1 | $33.77 | $15.44 |
| Efficient EV | 80.4 | 0 | $28.14 | $12.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.6 | 1 | $45.02 | $20.58 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Lookout Mountain, TN
Late night in Lookout Mountain on Thursday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
6 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
5h 59m 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 Lookout Mountain, TN covers 321.6 miles and takes about 5h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Nashville, Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, I 840 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 160.8 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 $50.28 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 59m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bartlett, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bartlett, TN to Lookout Mountain, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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