Origin
Bruceton, TN
Morning in Bruceton on Monday
Local time
7:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bruceton, TN to Bartlett, TN
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
121.1 mi
195 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
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6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartlett, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Bruceton, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 121.1 miles and takes about 2h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, TN 22, Stage Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 89.7 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.39 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
60.6 miles from Bruceton, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 24m highway drive covering 121.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and TN 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 89.7 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 89.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and TN 22. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in near US 70.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
9.1 mi into trip
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~13m in
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US 70
Take the ramp onto US 70
Navigation decision point
6
25.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward Primary SR 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington, Huntingdon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Primary SR 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexin...
5
25.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
115.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m 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
115.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m 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 Bruceton, TN and Bartlett, TN, road signs point toward Primary Sr 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington and Huntingdon.
Primary Sr 22: Parkers Crossroads
25.2 mi in
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~36m
Lexington
25.2 mi in
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~36m
Huntingdon
25.2 mi in
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~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 89.7 mi | 1h 37m |
| TN 22 | 13.6 mi | 18m |
| Stage Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Broadway of America | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Broad Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Veterans Drive | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| US 70 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 89.7 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bruceton, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on US 70
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Broad Street
2
Continue on US 70
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Broadway of America
3
Continue on US 70
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
4
Take the ramp onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 70
5
Merge onto US 70
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Veterans Drive
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
7
Continue on TN 22
8.2 mi
·
10 min
·
TN 22
8
Continue on SR 22; SR 424
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Lexington Clarksburg Road
9
Continue on TN 22
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
TN 22
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Primary SR 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington, Huntingdon
11
Merge onto I 40
90 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
TN 15
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 60.6 miles from Bruceton, TN, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.7 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.6 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 56m
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 Bruceton, 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 Bruceton, TN
This is one driving day of about 121.1 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bruceton, 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 I 40 for about 89.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.6 mi from Bruceton, TN · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 60.6 miles from Bruceton, 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 89.7 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.39 one way
$36.79 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $20.28 | $40.55 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.86 | $45.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.90 | $53.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.72 | $5.81 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.60 | $4.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.95 | $7.75 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Bartlett, TN
Morning in Bartlett on Monday
Local time
7:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 24m 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 Bruceton, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 121.1 miles and takes about 2h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, TN 22, Stage 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 60.6 miles from Bruceton, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.39 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (US 70): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Bruceton, TN and Bartlett, TN, road signs point toward Primary Sr 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington and Huntingdon.
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