Origin
Bartlett, TN
Night in Bartlett on Thursday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, TN to Kingston Springs, TN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
177.7 mi
286 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 7m
★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m
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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Kingston Springs, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Bartlett to Kingston Springs, expect a journey covering 177.7 miles that typically takes about 3 hours and 19 minutes. This trek stays entirely within Tennessee, moving across the Southeast region. Given the manageable duration, you can easily complete this as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $27 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating via the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway and toward the Nashville area provides a direct path, though the route transitions into more local roads like SR 249 as you near your destination. It is a straightforward drive for those looking to transit between these two points efficiently.
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
88.9 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 177.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route relies on local roads rather than high-speed highway stretches. You will find that the road's personality shifts from the faster pace of the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway as you navigate closer to Kingston Springs. Because this route features zero highway share, you should expect a more technical driving experience compared to standard expressway travel. Stay alert for frequent turns and changing road conditions throughout the 177.7-mile journey.
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.
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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bartlett, TN to Kingston Springs, TN is easy. At 3h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bartlett, TN to Kingston Springs, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville | — | — |
| Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway | — | — |
| SR 249 | — | — |
| Luyben Hills Road | — | — |
| West Kingston Spring | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
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 Kingston Springs, 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
169 mi
·
3 hr 2 min
·
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
4
Take the exit slight right toward SR 249: Kingston Springs, Ashland City
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
SR 249: Kingston Springs, Ashland City
5
Turn left onto Luyben Hills Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Luyben Hills Road
6
Turn left onto West Kingston Spring
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Kingston Spring
7
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Main Street
8
Turn left
66 ft
·
5 sec
9
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for one well-timed stop will help keep you refreshed during the 3-hour and 19-minute drive. Keep your $27 fuel budget in mind as you map out your transit, ensuring you refuel before heading onto the more localized sections of the route. Because the path is turn-heavy, avoid rushing through the segments involving SR 249, where careful navigation is required. Aim to head out during daylight hours to better manage the local road transitions. Having a reliable GPS is essential here, as the lack of highway travel means you will be making frequent adjustments along the way.
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 88.9 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 1h 39m 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 39 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.9 miles or 1h 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 2h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kingston Springs, 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 177.7 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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 88.9 mi from Bartlett, TN · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.9 miles from Bartlett, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kingston Springs, TN
The final approach into Kingston Springs, 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 Kingston Springs, 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
$27.78 one way
$55.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.50 | $61.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.20 | $68.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.23 | $78.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.66 | $8.53 |
| Efficient EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.55 | $7.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.1 | 0 | $24.88 | $11.37 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Kingston Springs, TN
Night in Kingston Springs on Thursday
Local time
9:49 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 19m 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 Kingston Springs, TN covers 177.7 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Nashville, Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, SR 249. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.9 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 $27.78 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 Kingston Springs, TN is easy. At 3h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bartlett, TN to Kingston Springs, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bartlett, TN to Kingston Springs, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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