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Franklin, TN
Late night in Franklin on Friday
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Trip from Franklin, TN to Roan Mountain, TN
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
6h 10m
Distance
324.4 mi
522 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 58m
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6 AM
6h 10m
8 AM
6h 36m
10 AM
6h 19m
12 PM
6h 17m
3 PM
6h 21m
5 PM
6h 35m
8 PM
6h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklin, TN
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Roan Mountain, TN
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
The drive from Franklin, TN to Roan Mountain, TN covers 324.4 miles and takes about 6h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 3rd Avenue South, Murfreesboro Road, I 440 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
162.2 miles from Franklin, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 5m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 10m. Total distance: 324.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 10m drive with frequent turns across 324.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
3rd Avenue South 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 10m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Franklin, TN to Roan Mountain, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Avenue South | — | — |
| Murfreesboro Road | — | — |
| I 440 | — | — |
| I 440 East | — | — |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | — | — |
| I 24 West | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
| I 81 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
3rd Avenue South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, TN and Roan Mountain, TN.
1
Start on Public Square
417 ft
·
7 sec
·
Public Square
2
Exit the rotary onto 3rd Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
3rd Avenue South
3
Continue on Murfreesboro Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Murfreesboro Road
4
Take the exit left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
5
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
15 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 440: Memphis, Knoxville
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 440: Memphis, Knoxville
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 440 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 440 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
8
Merge slight left onto Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 24 West: Nashville, Knoxville
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 24 West: Nashville, Knoxville
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 24 West, I 40 East: Nashville, Knoxville
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 24 West, I 40 East: Nashville, Knoxville
11
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Knoxville
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 40 East: Knoxville
13
Merge slight left
171 mi
·
3 hr 6 min
14
Keep slight left
37 mi
·
40 min
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Bristol
57 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 81 North: Bristol
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 26 East, US 23 South: Johnson City, Asheville
17
Merge slight left onto James H. Quillen Parkway
15 mi
·
18 min
·
James H. Quillen Parkway
18
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
19
Turn slight right
341 ft
·
8 sec
20
Merge slight left onto University Parkway
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
University Parkway
21
Take the exit slight right toward Milligan Highway
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Milligan Highway
22
Turn right onto Milligan Highway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Milligan Highway
23
Turn right onto Okolona Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Okolona Road
24
Turn left onto Laurels Road
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Laurels Road
25
Continue on Dry Creek Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Dry Creek Road
26
At the end of the road, turn right onto Gap Creek Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Gap Creek Road
27
Turn right onto State Line Road
10 mi
·
14 min
·
State Line Road
28
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162.2 miles from Franklin, TN, or about 3h 5m 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 71 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162.2 miles or 3h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Roan Mountain, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Franklin, 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 Franklin, TN
This is one driving day of about 324.4 miles and 6h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Franklin, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 162.2 mi from Franklin, TN · 3h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 162.2 miles from Franklin, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Roan Mountain, TN
The final approach into Roan Mountain, 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 Roan Mountain, 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
$50.72 one way
$101.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $55.68 | $111.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $62.43 | $124.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.62 | $143.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.3 | 1 | $34.06 | $15.57 |
| Efficient EV | 81.1 | 0 | $28.38 | $12.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.8 | 1 | $45.42 | $20.76 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Roan Mountain, TN
Late night in Roan Mountain on Friday
Local time
2:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Road read
6h 10m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Franklin, TN to Roan Mountain, TN covers 324.4 miles and takes about 6h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 3rd Avenue South, Murfreesboro Road, I 440. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 162.2 miles from Franklin, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.72 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 10m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Franklin, TN to Roan Mountain, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Franklin, TN to Roan Mountain, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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