Origin
Caryville, TN
Afternoon in Caryville on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Caryville, TN to Bartlett, TN
Drive Time
7h 14m
Distance
378.3 mi
609 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 4m
★
6 AM
7h 15m
8 AM
7h 36m
10 AM
7h 22m
12 PM
7h 20m
3 PM
7h 23m
5 PM
7h 35m
8 PM
7h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Caryville, TN
Kelly
Bartlett, TN
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Trip Overview
Spanning 378.3 miles across Tennessee, this trek from Caryville to Bartlett is a straightforward journey that typically takes 7 hours and 14 minutes to complete. Because the route is concentrated within the Southeast region, you will find consistent road conditions as you travel from the eastern part of the state toward the west. It is entirely feasible to tackle this as a single-day trip, provided you are comfortable with a full day behind the wheel. Expect to budget approximately $57 for fuel to get you from start to finish. Since the drive is highway-focused, it serves as an efficient way to cross the state, though you should prepare for a significant commitment of time to reach your destination.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
189.2 miles from Caryville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by efficiency, as roughly 86% of your journey takes place on high-speed highways. The vast majority of your time—a 326.7-mile stretch—will be spent cruising along I-40, which serves as the backbone of this trip. While you will start and end your journey on local routes like Harriman Highway and Frost Bottom Road, these sections are brief compared to the interstate portion. The experience is largely a high-speed transit, so you should anticipate a consistent rhythm once you merge onto the main highway. It is a practical, no-frills route designed to move you across the state with minimal navigation changes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 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 326.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Harriman Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 177.2 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 22 significant decision points across 378.3 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 177.2 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 179.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 182.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
177.2 mi into trip
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~3h 30m 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
179.3 mi into trip
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~3h 33m in
|
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
182.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 38m 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
372.4 mi into trip
|
~7h 3m 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
372.6 mi into trip
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~7h 4m 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 Caryville, TN and Bartlett, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.
Memphis
179.3 mi in
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~3h 33m
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via I 40
Louisville
180.4 mi in
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~3h 35m
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via I 40
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 326.7 mi | 5h 53m |
| Harriman Highway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Frost Bottom Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| Stage Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Briceville Highway | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| North Roane Street | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Creek Street | 3.8 mi | 9m |
| Downtown Loop | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 326.7 mi, about 5h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caryville, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on Mountain Road
173 ft
·
11 sec
·
Mountain Road
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
3
Take the ramp onto SR 63
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 63
4
Turn right
5.7 mi
·
6 min
Toward Knoxville
5
Take the exit onto I 75; US 25W
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 75; US 25W
Toward US 25W South: Rocky Top, Lake City
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; US 25W
241 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 75; US 25W
7
Turn slight right onto US 25W; SR 116
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
8
Turn right onto SR 116
3.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Creek Street
9
At end of road, turn left onto SR 116
234 ft
·
7 sec
·
Briceville Highway
10
Continue on SR 116
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Briceville Highway
11
Continue on SR 330
166 ft
·
3 sec
·
Briceville Highway
12
Continue on SR 330
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Frost Bottom Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto SR 330
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Dutch Valley Road
14
Continue on SR 330
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Walden Avenue
15
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 330
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Spring Street
16
At end of road, turn right onto SR 330
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
17
Continue on SR 330
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
18
Turn right onto SR 330
447 ft
·
11 sec
·
Winter Gap Road
19
Turn left onto SR 61
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tri County Boulevard
20
Continue on SR 61
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Harriman Highway
21
Merge onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
Bitter Creek Highway
22
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Harriman Highway
23
Continue on US 27
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hannah Highway
24
Continue on US 27
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Roane Street
25
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
26
Merge onto I 40
134 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
·
I 40
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
27
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.
28
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.
29
Merge onto I 40
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Downtown Loop
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
30
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.
31
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.
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
Use the slight right lane.
33
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
34
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
Use the none lane.
35
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
To manage the 7-hour and 14-minute duration effectively, plan for at least two well-timed stops to break up the long interstate segments. Since you have such a long, uninterrupted 326.7-mile stretch on I-40, try to schedule your first break early to avoid mid-trip fatigue. If you want to avoid heavy traffic, consider departing early in the morning to maximize your daylight hours. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the journey, as the $57 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and current regional gas prices. Utilizing the flexibility of a one-day schedule allows you to adjust your pace as needed, but staying attentive during the long highway haul is essential for a safe arrival.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 189.2 miles from Caryville, TN, or about 3h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 326.7 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 83 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 189.2 miles or 3h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 5m
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 Caryville, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Caryville, TN
This is one driving day of about 378.3 miles and 7h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Caryville, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 326.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 189.2 mi from Caryville, TN · 3h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
189 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 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 189.2 miles from Caryville, 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 326.7 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.
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
$57.46 one way
$114.92 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
132 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $63.34 | $126.69 |
| premium | $4.80 | $71.42 | $142.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $84.05 | $168.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 132.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 113.5 | 1 | $39.72 | $18.16 |
| Efficient EV | 94.6 | 1 | $33.10 | $15.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 151.3 | 1 | $52.96 | $24.21 |
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Afternoon in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
3:43 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 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
7h 14m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Caryville, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 378.3 miles and takes about 7h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Harriman Highway, Frost Bottom 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 189.2 miles from Caryville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $57.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks 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 22 significant decision points across 378.3 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 177.2 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 179.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 182.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Caryville, TN and Bartlett, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.
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