The drive from Bartlett, TN to Pleasant View, TN covers 255.3 miles and takes about 4h 54m 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, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, John Bragg Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 157.9 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.91 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
127.7 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 54m. Total distance: 255.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 54m drive with frequent turns across 255.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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 157.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 255.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 164 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164.7 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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.
5
164 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
5
164.7 mi into trip|~3h 3m in|I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
217 mi into trip|~3h 59m in
Take the exit toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
7
224 mi into trip|~4h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 231 North: Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 81B
Toward US 231 North: Murfreesboro
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 Pleasant View, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
164 mi in|~3h 1m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
157.9 mi
2h 50m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
52.2 mi
55m
John Bragg Highway
15.6 mi
18m
McMinnville Highway
7.3 mi
9m
I 24
6.2 mi
6m
Stage Road
5.8 mi
10m
South Rutherford Boulevard
3.8 mi
5m
Pleasant View Road
1.8 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 157.9 mi, about 2h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Pleasant View, 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
158 mi·2 hr 50 min·Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 840 East: Knoxville, Franklin
5
Merge onto I 840
52 mi·55 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi·2 min
Exit 53AToward I 24 East: ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 24
6.2 mi·6 min·I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Exit 81BToward US 231 North: MurfreesboroUse the right lane.
9
Merge onto US 231
0.6 mi·43 sec·South Church Street
10
Turn right onto South Rutherford Boulevard
3.8 mi·5 min·South Rutherford Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto US 70S
16 mi·18 min·John Bragg Highway
12
Continue on US 70S
1.0 mi·2 min·West Main Street
13
Continue on US 70S; SR 53
7.3 mi·9 min·McMinnville Highway
14
Turn right onto SR 146
0.2 mi·25 sec·Short Mtn Road
15
Turn left onto Old McMinnville Highway
0.8 mi·1 min·Old McMinnville Highway
16
Turn right onto Pleasant View Road
1.8 mi·6 min·Pleasant View Road
17
Arrive at destination
Pleasant View Road
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 127.7 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.9 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 56 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.7 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pleasant View, 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 255.3 miles and 4h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 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 157.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.7 mi from Bartlett, TN
· 2h 22m into the drive
The midpoint is around 127.7 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 Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 157.9 miles.
Arriving in Pleasant View, TN
The final approach into Pleasant View, 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 Pleasant View, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 220.1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
76.6
0
$26.81
$12.25
Efficient EV
63.8
0
$22.34
$10.21
EV Truck/SUV
102.1
1
$35.74
$16.34
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bartlett, TN
Afternoon
in Bartlett on Friday
Local time
4:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pleasant View, TN
Afternoon
in Pleasant View on Friday
Local time
4:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
18 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
4h 54m 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 Pleasant View, TN covers 255.3 miles and takes about 4h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, John Bragg Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.7 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 $39.91 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 255.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 164 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164.7 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bartlett, TN to Pleasant View, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
