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3h 47m
Distance
194.2 mi
312 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
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Franklin, TN
Kelly
Tiptonville, TN
Kelly
The drive from Franklin, TN to Tiptonville, TN covers 194.2 miles and takes about 3h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, US 412, State Route 78 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 102.2 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.50 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
97.1 miles from Franklin, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
This is a 3h 47m highway drive covering 194.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and US 412. The longest continuous stretch is about 102.2 miles on I 40.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
426 ft
Total Descent
734 ft
Highest Point
862 ft
~13.9 mi in
Elevation Range
525 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 412. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 431 Business; TN 96 / 5th Avenue North.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 194.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 431 Business; TN 96 / 5th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (TN 96 / State Highway 96): Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 431 Business; TN 96 / 5th Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto TN 96 / State Highway 96
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Franklin, TN to Tiptonville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dyersburg along the way.
Dyersburg
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 102.2 mi | 1h 49m |
| US 412 | 45.8 mi | 55m |
| State Route 78 | 20.9 mi | 29m |
| State Highway 96 | 11.8 mi | 15m |
| SR 96 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Highway 96 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| TN 96 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| South Headden Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, TN and Tiptonville, TN.
Start on US 31 Business; TN 96
Continue on US 31 Business; TN 96
Turn right onto US 431 Business; TN 96
Turn left onto TN 96
At end of road, turn left onto SR 96; SR 100
Take the exit onto TN 96
Continue on Highway 96
Take the exit
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit onto US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
Continue on US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
Take the exit
Turn right onto TN 78
Continue on TN 78
Continue on TN 78
Continue on TN 78
Continue on TN 78
Turn left onto TN 21
Arrive at destination
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.
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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.1 miles or 1h 48m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tiptonville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Franklin, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Franklin, TN
This is one driving day of about 194.2 miles and 3h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 97.1 mi from Franklin, TN · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
97 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 97.1 miles from Franklin, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.2 miles.
The final approach into Tiptonville, 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 Tiptonville, TN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$29.50 one way
$58.99 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $32.52 | $65.03 |
| premium | $4.80 | $36.66 | $73.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $43.14 | $86.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.39 | $9.32 |
| Efficient EV | 48.6 | 0 | $16.99 | $7.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77.7 | 0 | $27.19 | $12.43 |
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Franklin on Monday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Tiptonville on Monday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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