Origin
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
Night in Bon Aqua Junction on Tuesday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Franklin, TN
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
41m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bon Aqua Junction, TN
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Franklin, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Franklin, TN covers 30.7 miles and takes about 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 96, Fairview Boulevard, State Highway 100 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.8 miles on State Highway 96. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.80 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
15.3 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Franklin, TN covers 30.7 miles and takes about 41m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 18.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 41m with 60% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18.6 miles (TN 96 / State Highway 96): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles (3rd Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
18.5 mi into trip
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~25m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
18.6 mi into trip
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~25m in
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TN 96 / State Highway 96
Turn right onto TN 96 / State Highway 96
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
30.5 mi into trip
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~41m in
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3rd Avenue North
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
30.6 mi into trip
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~41m in
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US 31 Business; TN 96 / Public Square
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96 / Public Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 96 | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| Fairview Boulevard | 11.7 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 100 | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 46 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Public Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 96
— 11.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bon Aqua Junction, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on TN 100
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 100
2
Continue on TN 100
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 46
3
Continue on TN 100
2.7 mi
·
4 min
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State Highway 100
4
Continue on TN 100
6.4 mi
·
9 min
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Fairview Boulevard
5
Continue on TN 100
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Fairview Boulevard
6
Take the exit
292 ft
·
8 sec
7
Turn right onto TN 96
12 mi
·
14 min
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State Highway 96
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on Bridge Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
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Bridge Street
9
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
3rd Avenue North
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
174 ft
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2 sec
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Public Square
11
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15.3 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.8 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 30.7 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.3 miles or 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bon Aqua Junction, 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 Bon Aqua Junction, TN
This is one driving day of about 30.7 miles and 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 96 for about 11.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.3 mi from Bon Aqua Junction, TN · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Franklin, TN
The final approach into Franklin, 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 Franklin, 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
$4.80 one way
$9.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.27 | $10.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Franklin, TN
Night in Franklin on Tuesday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
9 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
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 Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Franklin, TN covers 30.7 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 96, Fairview Boulevard, State Highway 100. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.3 miles from Bon Aqua Junction, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.80 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 41m with 60% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 18.6 miles (TN 96 / State Highway 96): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles (3rd Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bon Aqua Junction, TN to Franklin, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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