Origin
Decherd, TN
Afternoon in Decherd on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Decherd, TN to Franklin, TN
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
73.9 mi
119 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
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6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Decherd, TN
Kelly
Franklin, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Decherd and Franklin, you are in for a 73.9-mile journey across Tennessee. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 43 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate local thoroughfares rather than major interstates. This trip is perfectly suited for a single day, as the entire route is manageable in one go without the need for an overnight stay. With fuel costs estimated at $11, it is an economical way to move through the Southeast. Since the drive relies entirely on local roads, you should prepare for a hands-on experience rather than a high-speed cruise. It is a straightforward connection that keeps you off the highway grid entirely.
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
37 miles from Decherd, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention from start to finish. You will not find any highway stretches here, meaning the entire 73.9 miles take place on local roads like Union Street, South Jackson Street, and Murfreesboro Road. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers just 25.6 miles on Union Street, so you should be prepared for frequent transitions and intersections. The character of the road stays consistent throughout the journey, favoring a slower, more engaged pace over the monotony of a typical interstate commute. Expect a steady rhythm as you navigate the turns that define this interior Tennessee path.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Union Street is the longest continuous segment at about 25.6 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 50 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Decherd, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 1h 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 50 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 41A / Decherd Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (US 31A; US 41A / Horton Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 50 / West Main Street
Turn right onto SR 50 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 41A / Decherd Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto US 41A / Decherd Boulevard
Navigation decision point
3
57.4 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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US 31A; US 41A / Horton Highway
Turn straight onto US 31A; US 41A / Horton Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
60.7 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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SR 96 / Murfreesboro Road
Turn left onto SR 96 / Murfreesboro Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
73.9 mi into trip
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~1h 43m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Union Street | 25.6 mi | 38m |
| South Jackson Street | 19.7 mi | 24m |
| Murfreesboro Road | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| Tullahoma Highway | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| Horton Highway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 3 mi | 3m |
| Decherd Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Union Street
— 25.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decherd, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on this road
330 ft
·
16 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 50
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 41A
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Decherd Boulevard
4
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Tullahoma Highway
5
Continue on US 41A
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on US 41A
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Tullahoma Highway
7
Continue on US 41A
20 mi
·
24 min
·
South Jackson Street
8
Continue on US 41A
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Elm Street
9
Continue on US 41A
26 mi
·
38 min
·
Union Street
10
Turn straight onto US 31A; US 41A
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Horton Highway
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto SR 96
13 mi
·
19 min
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Murfreesboro Road
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on TN 96
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
3rd Avenue South
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
397 ft
·
6 sec
·
Public Square
14
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your own schedule. Since there are no scheduled stops, you should decide ahead of time if you want to break up the 1 hour and 43 minutes of driving. Be sure to fuel up before you head out, as your $11 estimate covers the basics for this distance. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert for changing speed limits and local traffic patterns on Murfreesboro Road. Your best bet is to treat this as a direct transit rather than a multi-stop tour, allowing you to reach Franklin efficiently.
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 37 miles from Decherd, TN, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.6 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 73.9 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37 miles or 47m 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 26m
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 Decherd, 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 Decherd, TN
This is one driving day of about 73.9 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Decherd, 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 Union Street for about 25.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37 mi from Decherd, TN · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37 miles from Decherd, 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
$11.22 one way
$22.45 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.37 | $24.75 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.95 | $27.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.42 | $32.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.76 | $3.55 |
| Efficient EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.35 | $4.73 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Franklin on Sunday
Local time
3:46 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
1 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
1h 43m 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 Decherd, TN to Franklin, TN covers 73.9 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Union Street, South Jackson Street, Murfreesboro Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37 miles from Decherd, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.22 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 Decherd, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 1h 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 50 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 41A / Decherd Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (US 31A; US 41A / Horton Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Decherd, TN to Franklin, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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