Origin
Hendersonville, TN
Evening in Hendersonville on Sunday
Local time
5:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hendersonville, TN to Bean Station, TN
Drive Time
4h 21m
Distance
229.4 mi
369 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 9m
★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 48m
10 AM
4h 31m
12 PM
4h 29m
3 PM
4h 33m
5 PM
4h 47m
8 PM
4h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bean Station, TN
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Trip Overview
Spanning 229.4 miles across Tennessee, this journey from Hendersonville to Bean Station is a straightforward trek that takes approximately 4 hours and 21 minutes to complete. Because the entire route stays within the Southeast region, you can easily manage the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget around $34 for fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Navigating primarily via West Main Street, Gallatin Road, and East Main Street, you will find this path avoids major interstates entirely. It is a solid choice if you prefer local roads over high-speed traffic, though you should prepare for a steady pace rather than a quick sprint.
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
114.7 miles from Hendersonville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of local thoroughfares where the longest uninterrupted stretch on West Main Street measures 0 miles, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. Because you are avoiding major highways, the road surface and traffic flow will shift frequently as you transition between these local routes. This drive demands a more engaged driving style compared to a typical freeway commute. You will experience a constant, evolving environment that keeps you active throughout the entire 229.4-mile distance.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 21m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hendersonville, TN to Bean Station, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gallatin Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 386 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vietnam Veterans Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Long Hollow Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 109 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Water Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hendersonville, TN and Bean Station, TN.
1
Start on Walton Ferry Road
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
Walton Ferry Road
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on Gallatin Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Gallatin Road
4
Continue on East Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
5
Take the ramp slight right toward SR 386 North
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
SR 386 North
6
Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
7
Continue on Long Hollow Pike
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Long Hollow Pike
8
Take the exit right toward SR 109 South: Gallatin, Lebanon
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
SR 109 South: Gallatin, Lebanon
9
Merge slight left
2.6 mi
·
2 min
10
Take the exit slight right
292 ft
·
8 sec
11
Merge slight left onto South Water Avenue
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Water Avenue
12
Continue straight
7.1 mi
·
11 min
13
Continue straight
3.6 mi
·
4 min
14
Turn left onto I 40 East: Knoxville
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 40 East: Knoxville
15
Merge slight left
152 mi
·
2 hr 45 min
16
Keep slight left
7.6 mi
·
9 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 11W: Knoxville Zoo
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 11W: Knoxville Zoo
18
Keep slight right to continue on US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station
390 ft
·
10 sec
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US 11W: Mascot, Blaine, Rutledge, Bean Station
19
Continue on Rutledge Pike
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Rutledge Pike
20
Continue on Lee Highway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Lee Highway
21
Merge slight left onto Appalachian Highway
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Appalachian Highway
22
Turn left onto Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a full-day commitment of over four hours, aim to depart early to make the most of your time on the road. You have the flexibility of only one planned stop, so use it wisely to stretch your legs and refuel your vehicle before reaching your final destination. Given the turn-heavy nature of these local roads, keep a close watch on your GPS to ensure you stay on track through the various street transitions. Having $34 set aside for gas will cover your fuel needs comfortably for the duration of the trip. Remember that because you are avoiding highways, your average speed will be lower than a typical interstate route, so factor that into your arrival time expectations.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114.7 miles from Hendersonville, TN, or about 2h 10m 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.7 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bean Station, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hendersonville, 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 Hendersonville, TN
This is one driving day of about 229.4 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hendersonville, 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 114.7 mi from Hendersonville, TN · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 114.7 miles from Hendersonville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bean Station, TN
The final approach into Bean Station, 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 Bean Station, 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
$34.84 one way
$69.69 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $38.41 | $76.82 |
| premium | $4.80 | $43.31 | $86.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.96 | $101.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.8 | 0 | $24.09 | $11.01 |
| Efficient EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.07 | $9.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.8 | 1 | $32.12 | $14.68 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Bean Station, TN
Evening in Bean Station on Sunday
Local time
6:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Johnson, TN
115 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
7 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
4h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hendersonville, TN to Bean Station, TN covers 229.4 miles and takes about 4h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, Gallatin Road, East Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.7 miles from Hendersonville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.84 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a straightforward 4h 21m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hendersonville, TN to Bean Station, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hendersonville, TN to Bean Station, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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