Origin
Baxter, TN
Evening in Baxter on Sunday
Local time
6:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baxter, TN to Bartlett, TN
Drive Time
4h 59m
Distance
268.1 mi
432 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 46m
★
6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 9m
12 PM
5h 6m
3 PM
5h 10m
5 PM
5h 25m
8 PM
4h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Baxter, TN
Kelly
Bartlett, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Crossing Tennessee from Baxter to Bartlett covers 268.1 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 59 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey stays within the Southeast region, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $41 on fuel for the trek, which relies heavily on major thoroughfares. Given the duration, it is a straightforward drive that works well for those looking to reach their destination efficiently. Planning for one strategic stop will help break up the time and keep you refreshed throughout the journey.
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
134.1 miles from Baxter, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is almost entirely highway-focused, with 95% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle in for a long, uninterrupted stretch of 254.8 miles on I-40, making for a consistent and predictable experience. While the route begins with local navigation via Old Baxter Road, you will quickly transition to the interstate for the bulk of the transit. Approaching Bartlett, the drive concludes with a shift toward Stage Road to reach your final destination. Prepare for a steady pace where the interstate rhythm dominates the majority of your travel time.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 254.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Stage Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 67 miles in near I 40.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 268.1 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 67 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
67 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 213B
Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
8
69.1 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
7
72.5 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
7
262.2 mi into trip
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~4h 48m in
Take the exit toward US 64: Bartlett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
9
262.4 mi into trip
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~4h 48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Towns Along This Route
Between Baxter, TN and Bartlett, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.
Memphis
69.1 mi in
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~1h 18m
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via I 40
Louisville
70.2 mi in
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~1h 19m
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via I 40
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 254.8 mi | 4h 36m |
| Stage Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Old Baxter Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Downtown Loop | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 254.8 mi, about 4h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baxter, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on SR 141
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Old Baxter Road
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
3
Merge onto I 40; SR 56
63 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 40; SR 56
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 40
Exit 213B
Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 40
Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
Use the slight left lane.
6
Merge onto I 40
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Downtown Loop
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 40
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Loop
Exit 210A
Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
190 mi
·
3 hr 25 min
·
I 40
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
Use the none lane.
12
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
To make the most of this five-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid the heaviest traffic patterns. Since the vast majority of your route is on I-40, staying alert during the long, repetitive highway stretches is key to a safe arrival. Plan your single recommended stop around the midway point to refuel and stretch your legs, keeping your $41 budget in mind as you monitor your gas levels. The flexibility of a one-day trip means you have plenty of time to reach Bartlett by the afternoon if you manage your pace well. Keep an eye on local road signs when transitioning off I-40 onto Stage Road to ensure a smooth arrival in the Bartlett area.
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 134.1 miles from Baxter, TN, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 254.8 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.1 miles or 2h 29m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartlett, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Baxter, 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 Baxter, TN
This is one driving day of about 268.1 miles and 4h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Baxter, 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 I 40 for about 254.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.1 mi from Baxter, TN · 2h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.1 miles from Baxter, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 254.8 miles.
Arriving in Bartlett, TN
The final approach into Bartlett, 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 Bartlett, 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
$40.72 one way
$81.44 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $44.89 | $89.78 |
| premium | $4.80 | $50.61 | $101.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $59.56 | $119.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.4 | 0 | $28.15 | $12.87 |
| Efficient EV | 67 | 0 | $23.46 | $10.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.2 | 1 | $37.53 | $17.16 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Bartlett, TN
Evening in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
6:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
65°F
Adamsville, TN
134 mi in
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 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 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 Baxter, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 268.1 miles and takes about 4h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Stage Road, Old Baxter 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 134.1 miles from Baxter, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.72 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 10 significant decision points across 268.1 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 67 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Baxter, TN and Bartlett, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.
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