Origin
Hendersonville, TN
Afternoon in Hendersonville on Sunday
Local time
3:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hendersonville, TN to Dandridge, TN
Drive Time
4h 3m
Distance
213.6 mi
344 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 51m
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6 AM
4h 4m
8 AM
4h 30m
10 AM
4h 13m
12 PM
4h 10m
3 PM
4h 14m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dandridge, TN
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
Spanning 213.6 miles across Tennessee, this journey from Hendersonville to Dandridge takes approximately 4 hours and 3 minutes to complete. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like West Main Street, Gallatin Road, and East Main Street rather than interstates, you should budget about $32 for fuel. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day endeavor, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect a steady pace as you navigate through the Southeast, keeping in mind that the lack of highway travel means your travel time is dictated by local traffic patterns. It is a straightforward, practical drive that favors backroad exploration over high-speed transit.
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
106.8 miles from Hendersonville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive where the road personality is defined by consistent maneuvering rather than high-speed cruising. With a highway share of 0%, you won't find any long, monotonous stretches of interstate to zone out on; in fact, the longest uninterrupted stretch on West Main Street is 0 miles. You will spend the entire 213.6-mile duration navigating surface streets that require your full attention behind the wheel. The route demands an active driving style, shifting away from the typical highway experience to offer a more grounded connection to the local landscape. Expect a deliberate, winding journey that stays off the major expressways from start to finish.
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 3m 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 Dandridge, 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 Dandridge, 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
31 mi
·
34 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 25W, US 70: Dandrige
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 25W, US 70: Dandrige
18
Turn slight right
2.8 mi
·
4 min
19
Turn slight right
364 ft
·
13 sec
20
Turn straight
0.6 mi
·
1 min
21
Turn right onto Chestnut Hill Road
525 ft
·
16 sec
·
Chestnut Hill Road
22
Turn left onto East Main Street
75 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Main Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 4-hour and 3-minute drive is designed as a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and stay alert behind the wheel. Because you are avoiding highways entirely, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you remain on the correct local thoroughfares throughout the journey. Budgeting roughly $32 for fuel will keep you covered for the duration of the trip. To make the most of your time, try to avoid peak local traffic hours on the main streets, as these roads can be more sensitive to congestion than a standard interstate.
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 106.8 miles from Hendersonville, TN, or about 2h 1m 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 106.8 miles or 2h 1m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dandridge, 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 213.6 miles and 4h 3m.
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 106.8 mi from Hendersonville, TN · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 106.8 miles from Hendersonville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dandridge, TN
The final approach into Dandridge, 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 Dandridge, 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
$32.44 one way
$64.89 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $35.77 | $71.53 |
| premium | $4.80 | $40.32 | $80.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.45 | $94.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.1 | 0 | $22.43 | $10.25 |
| Efficient EV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.69 | $8.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.4 | 1 | $29.90 | $13.67 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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
Dandridge, TN
Afternoon in Dandridge on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Johnson, TN
107 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
4 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 3m 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 Dandridge, TN covers 213.6 miles and takes about 4h 3m 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 106.8 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 $32.44 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 3m 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 Dandridge, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hendersonville, TN to Dandridge, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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