This 77.2-mile drive from Hendersonville, TN to Mount Pleasant, TN is a straightforward, one-day trip, easily completed in about 1 hour and 31 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-65, Bear Creek Pike, and Vietnam Veterans Boulevard, this route keeps you on well-maintained roads for its entirety. With an estimated fuel cost of just $12, it's an economical option for a quick excursion. The drive is focused on efficient travel between these two points in the Southeast region. Given its short duration and direct path, no overnight stays are necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.6 miles from Hendersonville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 77.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The personality of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 61% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 44.7 miles on I-65, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, segments on Bear Creek Pike and Vietnam Veterans Boulevard may offer a slight change of scenery, though the overall feel remains efficient and direct. Expect a steady progression rather than dramatic shifts in road type.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Bear Creek Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 31E / West Main Street.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 31E / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 17.7 miles (Downtown Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 31E / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 31E / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TN 386 South: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward TN 386 South: Nashville
9
17.7 mi into trip|~23m in|Downtown Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto Downtown Loop toward I 40 West: Memphis, Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 50B
Toward I 40 West: Memphis, Huntsville
6
55.1 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward 412, 99: Columbia, Chapel Hill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 46
Toward 412, 99: Columbia, Chapel Hill
7
55.3 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 412: Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 46
Toward 412: Columbia
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hendersonville, TN and Mount Pleasant, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, Huntsville, 99: Columbia, Chapel Hill and 412: Columbia.
Knoxville
15 mi in|~19m|via I 24
Huntsville
17.7 mi in|~23m|via Downtown Loop
99: Columbia
55.1 mi in|~1h 4m
Chapel Hill
55.1 mi in|~1h 4m
412: Columbia
55.3 mi in|~1h 4m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
44.7 mi
49m
Bear Creek Pike
19.8 mi
22m
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
3.4 mi
3m
I 24
2.8 mi
3m
West Main Street
2.1 mi
3m
North Main Street
1.5 mi
2m
Downtown Loop
1 mi
1m
Canaan Road
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 44.7 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hendersonville, TN and Mount Pleasant, TN.
1
Start on Walton Ferry Road
53 ft·10 sec·Walton Ferry Road
2
Turn left onto US 31E
2.1 mi·3 min·West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward TN 386
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward TN 386 South: Nashville
5
Merge onto TN 386
3.4 mi·3 min·Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 65
8.7 mi·10 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 24
2.8 mi·3 min·I 24
Exit 86Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga, KnoxvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Downtown Loop
1.0 mi·1 min·Downtown Loop
Exit 50BToward I 40 West: Memphis, HuntsvilleUse the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Exit 210BToward I 65 South: Huntsville
10
Continue on I 65
36 mi·38 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 46Toward 412, 99: Columbia, Chapel Hill
12
Keep slight right at fork
162 ft·4 sec
Exit 46Toward 412: Columbia
13
Turn right onto US 412
20 mi·22 min·Bear Creek Pike
14
Take the exit
254 ft·8 sec
15
Continue on Canaan Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Canaan Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto SR 243
1.5 mi·2 min·North Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
SR 166; SR 243
Trip Plan
For this efficient 77.2-mile journey, leaving any time of day is feasible, but an early start can help you avoid potential traffic on I-65. Since the total drive is only 1 hour and 31 minutes, you won't need extensive breaks, but a quick stop for gas or a stretch might be welcome. The longest continuous stretch is 44.7 miles on I-65, so plan your restroom and snack breaks accordingly before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is only $12, making refueling straightforward if needed.
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 38.6 miles from Hendersonville, TN, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.7 miles.
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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.6 miles or 46m 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 Mount Pleasant, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hendersonville, TN
This is one driving day of about 77.2 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Hendersonville, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 44.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.6 mi from Hendersonville, TN
· 46m into the drive
The midpoint is around 38.6 miles from Hendersonville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mount Pleasant, TN
The final approach into Mount Pleasant, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 29.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.07 one way
$24.14 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.25
$26.50
premium
$4.89
$14.86
$29.71
diesel
$5.61
$17.04
$34.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.2
0
$8.11
$3.71
Efficient EV
19.3
0
$6.76
$3.09
EV Truck/SUV
30.9
0
$10.81
$4.94
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hendersonville, TN
Afternoon
in Hendersonville on Friday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mount Pleasant, TN
Afternoon
in Mount Pleasant on Friday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
23 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 31m 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 Hendersonville, TN to Mount Pleasant, TN covers 77.2 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Bear Creek Pike, Vietnam Veterans Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.6 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 $12.07 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 31E / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 17.7 miles (Downtown Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hendersonville, TN and Mount Pleasant, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, Huntsville, 99: Columbia, Chapel Hill and 412: Columbia.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Stones River National Battlefield.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
