Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
111 mi
179 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kenton, TN
Zsolt Pujsz
Bartlett, TN
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The drive from Kenton, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 111 miles and takes about 2h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, Kenton Highway, US 45W Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.35 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.5 miles from Kenton, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
This is a 2h 10m highway drive covering 111 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Kenton Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 62 miles on I 40.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Kenton Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 45W / South Poplar Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 10m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 45W / South Poplar Street): Navigation decision point; at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 43 miles (I 40; US 412): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 45W / South Poplar Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Merge onto I 40; US 412
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 64: Bartlett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Kenton, TN to Bartlett, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Somerville along the way.
Somerville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 62 mi | 1h 7m |
| Kenton Highway | 25.8 mi | 29m |
| US 45W Bypass | 14.5 mi | 18m |
| Stage Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Rutherford Highway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| South Poplar Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Church Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kenton, TN and Bartlett, TN.
Start on West Church Street
Turn right onto US 45W
Continue on US 45W
Continue on US 45W
Turn left onto US 45W Bypass; US 70A Bypass; US 79 Bypass
Take the exit
Merge onto I 40; US 412
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto US 64
Arrive at destination
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.
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 24 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.5 miles or 1h 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 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartlett, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Kenton, 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 Kenton, TN
This is one driving day of about 111 miles and 2h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.5 mi from Kenton, TN · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 55.5 miles from Kenton, 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 62 miles.
The final approach into Bartlett, 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 Bartlett, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$17.35 one way
$34.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.05 | $38.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.36 | $42.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.51 | $49.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.65 | $5.33 |
| Efficient EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.71 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.54 | $7.10 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Kenton on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Bartlett on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Cloudy
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
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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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