Origin
Burns, TN
Evening in Burns on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burns, TN to Bartlett, TN
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
167 mi
269 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
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6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burns, TN
ArtHouse Studio
Bartlett, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Traveling from Burns to Bartlett covers 167 miles across Tennessee, making this a straightforward journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes. Since it fits easily into a single day of travel, you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Plan for a fuel budget of approximately $25 to cover the distance comfortably. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors, as the route is heavily focused on highway travel. It is a practical, efficient connection between these two Southeast locations, ideal for travelers who prioritize getting from point A to point B without unnecessary detours.
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
83.5 miles from Burns, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive dominated by high-speed transit, with 94% of your journey spent on the interstate system. The core of your trip is a long, uninterrupted stretch of 154.3 miles on I-40, which keeps the pace steady and consistent. Once you exit the interstate, you will transition onto SR 46 and Stage Road to complete the final leg into Bartlett. While the long highway section requires sustained attention, the transition to local roads offers a change in rhythm as you approach your destination. Overall, this is a highway-focused drive designed for those who appreciate the efficiency of major thoroughfares.
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.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 154.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Stage Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near SR 46.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167 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 3.9 miles (SR 46): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 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.
5
3.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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SR 46
Turn left onto SR 46
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
6.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
6.7 mi into trip
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~12m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
161 mi into trip
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~2h 58m 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
161.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 154.3 mi | 2h 46m |
| Stage Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| SR 46 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Stuart Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Jackson Brothers Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Tennsco Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Church Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 154.3 mi, about 2h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burns, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on SR 47
28 ft
·
4 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn right onto SR 47
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Stuart Street
3
Turn left onto Tennsco Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Tennsco Road
4
Continue on Jackson Brothers Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson Brothers Boulevard
5
Turn left onto SR 46
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 46
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 40
154 mi
·
2 hr 46 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
Use the none lane.
11
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip of just over 3 hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Aim to complete the drive in one go, though scheduling at least one stop will help you stay alert during the long I-40 segment. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate to ensure you aren't paying premium prices at busy highway service centers. Since the route relies so heavily on I-40, check traffic reports for potential congestion before you head out. Prioritizing a mid-morning or early afternoon start will usually help you avoid the worst of the regional commuter traffic near the larger urban areas.
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 83.5 miles from Burns, TN, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 154.3 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 83.5 miles or 1h 35m 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 32m
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 Burns, 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 Burns, TN
This is one driving day of about 167 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burns, 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 154.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.5 mi from Burns, TN · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 83.5 miles from Burns, 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 154.3 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
$25.37 one way
$50.73 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $27.96 | $55.93 |
| premium | $4.80 | $31.53 | $63.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.10 | $74.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.54 | $8.02 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.61 | $6.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.38 | $10.69 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Bartlett, TN
Evening in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
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
20 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 9m 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 Burns, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 167 miles and takes about 3h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Stage Road, SR 46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.5 miles from Burns, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.37 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167 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 3.9 miles (SR 46): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Burns, TN to Bartlett, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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