Origin
Kimball, TN
Evening in Kimball on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kimball, TN to Franklin, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
105.1 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kimball, TN
Andy Staver
Franklin, TN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 105.1-mile drive from Kimball, TN to Franklin, TN can easily be completed in just over 2 hours, making it a perfect one-day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-24 and US-64, with a portion on Murfreesboro Road, offering an 86% highway experience. With an estimated fuel cost of around $16, this journey through the Southeast region of Tennessee is budget-friendly. You'll find this drive to be efficient and direct, ideal for getting from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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
52.5 miles from Kimball, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 105.1-mile journey, with 86% of the drive on interstates and major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 47.8 miles on I-24, providing a consistent pace. While largely a highway drive, you will transition onto US-64 and Murfreesboro Road, offering slight variations in scenery and speed. This route prioritizes efficient travel over winding country lanes, keeping you moving steadily towards your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and US 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 64.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.6 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 64
Take the ramp onto US 64 toward I-24 West, US 64 West: Nashville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I-24 West, US 64 West: Nashville
8
79.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
5
80.6 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
90.9 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward US 31A, US 41A: Shelbyville, Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward US 31A, US 41A: Shelbyville, Lewisburg
5
91.8 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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SR 96 / Murfreesboro Road
Turn left onto SR 96 / Murfreesboro Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Kimball, TN to Franklin, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Lewisburg along the way.
Lewisburg
90.9 mi in
|
~1h 42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 47.8 mi | 51m |
| US 64 | 31.9 mi | 38m |
| Murfreesboro Road | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 10.3 mi | 10m |
| Horton Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Public Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Tate Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 47.8 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kimball, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on Tate Road
197 ft
·
10 sec
·
Tate Road
2
Turn right onto US 64; US 72
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 64; US 72
3
Take the ramp onto US 64
31 mi
·
37 min
·
US 64
Toward I-24 West, US 64 West: Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 24
48 mi
·
51 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 840
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 42
Toward US 31A, US 41A: Shelbyville, Lewisburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Horton Highway
9
Turn left onto SR 96
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Murfreesboro Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on TN 96
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
3rd Avenue South
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
397 ft
·
6 sec
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Public Square
12
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Trip Plan
Given the short 2-hour duration and 105.1-mile distance, this trip offers great flexibility; you can depart at your leisure. The estimated fuel cost is a manageable $16, but it's always wise to fill up before leaving Kimball, TN, especially since the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 47.8 miles on I-24. While there are no mandated stops, consider a brief break around the halfway point to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be more spread out on highway stretches.
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 52.5 miles from Kimball, TN, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.8 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 23 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.5 miles or 1h 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kimball, 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 Kimball, TN
This is one driving day of about 105.1 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Kimball, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 47.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.5 mi from Kimball, TN · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.5 miles from Kimball, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Franklin, TN
The final approach into Franklin, 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 Franklin, 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
$16.43 one way
$32.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.04 | $36.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.23 | $40.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.20 | $46.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.04 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.71 | $6.73 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Franklin, TN
Evening in Franklin on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
1 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
2h 4m 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 Kimball, TN to Franklin, TN covers 105.1 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, US 64, Murfreesboro Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.5 miles from Kimball, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.43 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 is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.6 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Kimball, TN to Franklin, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Lewisburg along the way.
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