Origin
Clinton, TN
Evening in Clinton on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton, TN to Franklin, TN
Drive Time
3h 1m
Distance
190.1 mi
306 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
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6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, TN
Kelly
Franklin, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Traveling from Clinton to Franklin covers approximately 190.1 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 1 minute. Given the duration, this 190.1-mile trek is easily manageable as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $28 for fuel to complete the journey. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, the drive offers a more intimate look at the Southeast landscape. It is a straightforward trip that provides plenty of flexibility for your schedule, making it an ideal choice for a quick transition between these two Tennessee cities.
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
95 miles from Clinton, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. Navigating North Main Street, South Charles G Seivers Boulevard, and South Charles G requires your full attention due to the constant adjustments needed on these local roads. You will find no long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment is 0 miles on North Main Street. This technical, winding experience contrasts sharply with standard highway travel, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by these constant turns, ensuring that your 3-hour journey remains active and varied from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Clinton, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 3h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clinton, TN to Franklin, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Charles G Seivers Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Charles G | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oak Ridge Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oak Ridge Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oliver Springs Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Tri County Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harriman Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on Market Street
135 ft
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11 sec
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Market Street
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
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North Main Street
3
Turn right onto South Charles G Seivers Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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South Charles G Seivers Boulevard
4
Continue on South Charles G. Seivers Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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South Charles G. Seivers Boulevard
5
Continue on Oak Ridge Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Oak Ridge Highway
6
Continue on Oak Ridge Turnpike
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Oak Ridge Turnpike
7
Turn right onto Oliver Springs Highway
7.1 mi
·
12 min
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Oliver Springs Highway
8
Turn right onto East Tri County Boulevard
4.6 mi
·
5 min
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East Tri County Boulevard
9
Continue on Harriman Highway
9.6 mi
·
10 min
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Harriman Highway
10
Merge slight right onto Bitter Creek Highway
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
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Bitter Creek Highway
11
Continue on Harriman Highway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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Harriman Highway
12
Continue on Hannah Highway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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Hannah Highway
13
Continue on North Roane Street
4.1 mi
·
4 min
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North Roane Street
14
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
15
Merge slight left
134 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
16
Keep slight left to continue on I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 440 West: Memphis
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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I 440 West: Memphis
18
Continue on Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Huntsville
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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I 65 South: Huntsville
21
Continue on 65: Huntsville
0.5 mi
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58 sec
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65: Huntsville
22
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
15 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
0.3 mi
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40 sec
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TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
24
Turn right onto Murfreesboro Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Murfreesboro Road
25
Continue on 3rd Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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3rd Avenue South
26
Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
397 ft
·
7 sec
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Public Square
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the route is entirely local and contains no high-speed highway segments, plan for a steady pace rather than a quick sprint. You should factor in at least one stop to break up the driving time and stretch your legs during the 190.1-mile transit. Aim to depart early in the day to navigate the local roads during daylight hours, which helps with visibility on the frequent turns. With a fuel budget of $28, filling your tank before departing Clinton is a smart move to avoid searching for stations along the more winding sections. Keeping your navigation tools ready is essential, as the turn-heavy nature of these local roads makes staying on track a priority throughout the trip.
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 95 miles from Clinton, TN, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
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 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95 miles or 1h 30m 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 29m
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 Clinton, 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 Clinton, TN
This is one driving day of about 190.1 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clinton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95 mi from Clinton, TN · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
95 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 95 miles from Clinton, 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
$28.87 one way
$57.75 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $31.83 | $63.66 |
| premium | $4.80 | $35.89 | $71.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.23 | $84.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57 | 0 | $19.96 | $9.12 |
| Efficient EV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.63 | $7.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76 | 0 | $26.61 | $12.17 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Franklin, TN
Evening in Franklin on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Johnson, TN
95 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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
3h 1m 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 Clinton, TN to Franklin, TN covers 190.1 miles and takes about 3h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, South Charles G Seivers Boulevard, South Charles G. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95 miles from Clinton, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.87 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.
The drive from Clinton, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 3h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clinton, TN to Franklin, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Clinton, TN to Franklin, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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