Origin
Erin, TN
Evening in Erin on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Erin, TN to Franklin, TN
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
65.8 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
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6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Erin, TN
Kelly
Franklin, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Erin to Franklin, Tennessee, you are in for a 65.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $10 for fuel should cover your transit across this Southeast corridor. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, you will avoid the high-speed monotony of the interstate system. This is a straightforward, practical connection between two Tennessee communities that offers a departure from typical highway travel.
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
32.9 miles from Erin, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight-line interstate sprint, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through local thoroughfares including East Main Street, Yellow Creek Road, and Pond Road. While there is no long-distance highway cruising, the road requires your full attention due to its winding, technical nature. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment is 0 miles on East Main Street. Prepare for a more engaged, hands-on driving experience that focuses on local navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 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 Erin, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 1h 30m 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 Erin, TN to Franklin, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Yellow Creek Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pond Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West College Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 46 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 96 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 96 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fairview Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erin, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on Spring Street
7 ft
·
2 sec
·
Spring Street
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue straight
5.2 mi
·
7 min
4
Turn right onto Yellow Creek Road
14 mi
·
24 min
·
Yellow Creek Road
5
Continue on Pond Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Pond Road
6
Turn left onto West College Street
262 ft
·
8 sec
·
West College Street
7
Continue on West College Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West College Street
8
Turn right onto SR 46
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 46
9
Take the exit left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
10
Merge slight left
9.2 mi
·
9 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward Primary SR 96: Fairview, Franklin
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Primary SR 96: Fairview, Franklin
12
Turn left onto Highway 96
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 96
13
Merge slight left onto Fairview Boulevard
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Fairview Boulevard
14
Take the exit slight right
292 ft
·
8 sec
15
Turn right onto State Highway 96
12 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 96
16
Continue on Bridge Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bridge Street
17
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
3rd Avenue North
18
Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
174 ft
·
3 sec
·
Public Square
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1.5-hour trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the duration is manageable in one go. Keep in mind that because the route consists entirely of local roads, you should factor in extra time if you encounter slow-moving traffic or local transit patterns. Given the turn-heavy profile of the path, ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent steering adjustments. Your best bet is to check your GPS before departing to stay current on any local road conditions along your specific path.
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 32.9 miles from Erin, TN, or about 45m 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 65.8 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.9 miles or 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 1h 16m
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 Erin, 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 Erin, TN
This is one driving day of about 65.8 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Erin, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.9 mi from Erin, TN · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 65.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Erin, 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
$9.99 one way
$19.99 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.02 | $22.04 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.42 | $24.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.62 | $29.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Evening in Franklin on Sunday
Local time
6:21 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 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 30m 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 Erin, TN to Franklin, TN covers 65.8 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, Yellow Creek Road, Pond Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.9 miles from Erin, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.99 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 Erin, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 1h 30m 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 Erin, TN to Franklin, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Erin, TN to Franklin, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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