Origin
East Brainerd, TN
Afternoon in East Brainerd on Wednesday
Local time
3:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Brainerd, TN to Brentwood, TN
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
97 mi
156 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
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6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Brainerd, TN
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Brentwood, TN
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Trip Overview
This 97-mile drive from East Brainerd, TN to Brentwood, TN is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in under two hours. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 93% of the journey on major roads like I-75. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this is an economical option for a single-day excursion. Given the short duration and direct path, no overnight stops are necessary. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region for the entirety of this drive, experiencing a consistent driving environment.
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
48.5 miles from East Brainerd, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 93% of this 97-mile journey. The primary artery for this trip is I-75, which you'll be on for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 90.3 miles. This means you'll encounter relatively fast and consistent speeds for most of the drive. While the bulk of the route is on the interstate, you'll begin and end on local roads, East Brainerd Road and North Cedar Bluff Road respectively, offering a brief change of pace before and after the main highway segment.
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 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and East Brainerd Road. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Graysville Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from East Brainerd, TN to Brentwood, TN is easy. At 1h 53m with 93% 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 (Graysville Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 320 / East Brainerd Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 75): 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.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Graysville Road
Turn left onto Graysville Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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SR 320 / East Brainerd Road
Turn left onto SR 320 / East Brainerd Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
93.2 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward Cedar Bluff Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 378
Toward Cedar Bluff Road
4
93.6 mi into trip
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~1h 46m in
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North Cedar Bluff Road
Turn left onto North Cedar Bluff Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 90.3 mi | 1h 39m |
| East Brainerd Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North Cedar Bluff Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Chert Pit Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Graysville Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Middlebrook Pike | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Andes Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Iris Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 90.3 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Brainerd, TN and Brentwood, TN.
1
Start on Iris Drive
479 ft
·
28 sec
·
Iris Drive
2
Turn left onto Graysville Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Graysville Road
3
Turn left onto SR 320
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Brainerd Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 75 North: Knoxville
5
Merge onto I 75
90 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 378
Toward Cedar Bluff Road
7
Turn left onto North Cedar Bluff Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Cedar Bluff Road
Use the left / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto SR 169
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Middlebrook Pike
9
Turn left onto Chert Pit Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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Chert Pit Road
10
Continue on Andes Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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Andes Road
11
Arrive at destination
Andes Road
Trip Plan
Given that this 97-mile drive takes just under two hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. You can easily make this a morning trip, arriving at your destination by lunchtime, or an afternoon excursion. With only a $15 fuel cost, you won't need to worry too much about frequent stops for gas. The longest stretch on I-75 is over 90 miles, so plan for a brief rest stop before you embark on that segment if you prefer to break up longer periods of driving. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic in the areas around your origin and destination.
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 48.5 miles from East Brainerd, TN, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.3 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 48.5 miles or 56m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brentwood, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Brainerd, 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 East Brainerd, TN
This is one driving day of about 97 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Brainerd, 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 I 75 for about 90.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.5 mi from East Brainerd, TN · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 48.5 miles from East Brainerd, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.3 miles.
Arriving in Brentwood, TN
The final approach into Brentwood, 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 Brentwood, 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
$15.16 one way
$30.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.65 | $33.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.67 | $37.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.42 | $42.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Brentwood, TN
Afternoon in Brentwood on Wednesday
Local time
3:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Johnson, TN
49 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
28 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
1h 53m 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 East Brainerd, TN to Brentwood, TN covers 97 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, East Brainerd Road, North Cedar Bluff 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 48.5 miles from East Brainerd, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.16 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 East Brainerd, TN to Brentwood, TN is easy. At 1h 53m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Graysville Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 320 / East Brainerd Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from East Brainerd, TN to Brentwood, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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