Origin
Dresden, TN
Night in Dresden on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dresden, TN to Red Hill, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2m
Distance
1.3 mi
2 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$0
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 2m
★
6 AM
0h 2m
★
8 AM
0h 3m
10 AM
0h 2m
★
12 PM
0h 2m
★
3 PM
0h 2m
★
5 PM
0h 3m
8 PM
0h 2m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dresden, TN
Niklas Jeromin
Red Hill, TN
Denis Tolmachev
Trip Overview
The drive from Dresden, TN to Red Hill, TN covers 1.3 miles and takes about 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on TN 118, South Wilson Street, Dawson Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 1 miles on TN 118. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.20 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
0.6 miles from Dresden, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2m highway drive covering 1.3 miles, with most of the trip on TN 118 and South Wilson Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 1 miles on TN 118.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TN 118 is the longest continuous segment at about 1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TN 118 and South Wilson Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near Dawson Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Dresden, TN to Red Hill, TN is easy. At 2m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 1.3 miles (Dawson Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Dawson Road
Turn right onto Dawson Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TN 118 | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Wilson Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Dawson Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
TN 118
— 1 mi, about 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dresden, TN and Red Hill, TN.
1
Start on South Wilson Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Wilson Street
2
Continue on TN 118
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
TN 118
3
Turn right onto Dawson Road
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
Dawson Road
4
Arrive at destination
Dawson Road
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 0.6 miles from Dresden, TN, or about 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 1 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 1 miles or 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 0.6 miles or 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Red Hill, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Dresden, TN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dresden, TN
This is one driving day of about 1.3 miles and 2m.
At 1.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on TN 118 for about 1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 0.6 mi from Dresden, TN · 1m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 0.6 miles from Dresden, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Red Hill, TN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Red Hill, TN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$0.20 one way
$0.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
1 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $0.22 | $0.45 |
| premium | $4.89 | $0.25 | $0.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $0.29 | $0.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$25–$50
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 0.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $0 in charging · 0 stops · 0% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 0.4 | 0 | $0.14 | $0.06 |
| Efficient EV | 0.3 | 0 | $0.11 | $0.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 0.5 | 0 | $0.18 | $0.08 |
Gas CO2
0 kg
EV CO2
0 kg (0% 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
Red Hill, TN
Night in Red Hill on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
2m 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 Dresden, TN to Red Hill, TN covers 1.3 miles and takes about 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TN 118, South Wilson Street, Dawson 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 0.6 miles from Dresden, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.20 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 Dresden, TN to Red Hill, TN is easy. At 2m with 78% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 1.3 miles (Dawson Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Dresden, TN to Red Hill, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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