Trip from Madisonville, TN to Franklin, TN

Drive Time

3h 56m

Distance

210.3 mi

338 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 44m ★

6 AM

3h 57m

8 AM

4h 23m

10 AM

4h 6m

12 PM

4h 3m

3 PM

4h 7m

5 PM

4h 22m

8 PM

3h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Madisonville, TN

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Franklin, TN

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Madisonville to Franklin, expect a straightforward journey covering 210.3 miles across Tennessee. This highway-focused route typically takes about 3 hours and 56 minutes, making it highly feasible as a single-day excursion. You will spend the vast majority of your time—roughly 97% of the drive—on major interstates, specifically I-75, I-40, and I-65. Budgeting around $32 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Because the entire route stays within the Southeast region, the transition between these two Tennessee towns is seamless and efficient. Whether you are traveling for business or a weekend visit, this drive provides a reliable, no-nonsense path between these two points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

105.1 miles from Madisonville, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .

Drive Character

Prepare for a drive defined by high-speed interstate travel rather than winding backroads. You will navigate a significant 154.4-mile stretch along I-40, which serves as the core backbone of this journey. Because 97% of the route consists of highway driving, you can expect a consistent, predictable pace behind the wheel. While the road is efficient, the intensity of interstate traffic remains a constant factor throughout the trip. The transition between I-75, I-40, and I-65 creates a rhythm of merging and cruising that keeps the drive moving steadily toward your destination in Franklin.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 154.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 210.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 34.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 192.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

34.2 mi into trip | ~44m in

Take the exit toward I 40 West: Nashville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 40 West: Nashville

188.9 mi into trip | ~3h 30m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 213A Toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattano...

192.3 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in

Take the exit toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville

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 5 Toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville

192.4 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Huntsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 65 South: Huntsville

207.2 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in

Take the exit toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 65 Toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro

Towns Along This Route

Between Madisonville, TN and Franklin, TN, road signs point toward Primary Sr 72: Loudon, Nashville, Chattanooga, Huntsville and 65: Huntsville.

Primary Sr 72: Loudon

22 mi in | ~30m

Nashville

34.5 mi in | ~44m | via I 40

Chattanooga

188.9 mi in | ~3h 30m

Huntsville

192.3 mi in | ~3h 35m

65: Huntsville

192.6 mi in | ~3h 35m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	154.4 mi	2h 46m
I 65	14.1 mi	15m
I 75	11.9 mi	12m
State Route 72	9.6 mi	14m
US 411	5.9 mi	6m
SR 72	5.7 mi	8m
Murfreesboro Road	2.3 mi	3m
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway	2.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 154.4 mi, about 2h 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Madisonville, TN and Franklin, TN.

Start on College Street South

8 ft · 4 sec · College Street South

Turn right onto Warren Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Warren Street

Merge onto US 411

5.9 mi · 6 min · US 411

Turn left onto SR 72

5.7 mi · 8 min · SR 72

Continue on TN 72

9.6 mi · 14 min · State Route 72

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 36 sec

Toward Primary SR 72: Loudon

Merge onto I 75

12 mi · 12 min · I 75

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 40 West: Nashville Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 40

154 mi · 2 hr 46 min · I 40

Toward Nashville Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 213A Toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Exit 53 Toward I 440 West: Memphis

Continue on I 440

2.1 mi · 2 min · Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec

Exit 5 Toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Toward I 65 South: Huntsville Use the none lane.

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 57 sec · this road

Exit 5 Toward 65: Huntsville

Merge onto I 65

14 mi · 15 min · I 65

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Exit 65 Toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto TN 96

2.3 mi · 3 min · Murfreesboro Road

Use the right lane.

Continue on TN 96

0.3 mi · 34 sec · 3rd Avenue South

Use the straight / right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96

397 ft · 6 sec · Public Square

Arrive at destination

US 31 Business; TN 96

Trip Plan

To keep your 3 hour and 56 minute drive manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 154.4 miles, timing your break around the midpoint of that segment is a smart way to avoid fatigue. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid the heaviest congestion often found when connecting between major interstates. Keep your $32 fuel budget in mind when selecting service stations, as prices can fluctuate near the busier highway interchanges. Having the flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to adjust your departure time based on real-time traffic conditions on the interstates.

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 105.1 miles from Madisonville, TN, or about 2h into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 154.4 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 105.1 miles or 2h 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 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Madisonville, 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 Madisonville, TN

This is one driving day of about 210.3 miles and 3h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Madisonville, 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.

The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 154.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 105.1 mi from Madisonville, TN · 2h into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Johnson, TN

105 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

Johnson, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Johnson, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.1 miles from Madisonville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 154.4 miles.

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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.94 one way

$63.88 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$35.21	$70.43
premium	$4.80	$39.70	$79.40
diesel	$5.64	$46.72	$93.44

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: 73.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	63.1	0	$22.08	$10.09
Efficient EV	52.6	0	$18.40	$8.41
EV Truck/SUV	84.1	1	$29.44	$13.46

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Madisonville, TN

Night in Madisonville on Sunday

Local time

9:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Franklin, TN

Evening in Franklin on Sunday

Local time

8:43 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

61°F

Johnson, TN

105 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 earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 56m 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 Madisonville, TN to Franklin, TN covers 210.3 miles and takes about 3h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, I 65, I 75. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 105.1 miles from Madisonville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.94 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Between Madisonville, TN and Franklin, TN, road signs point toward Primary Sr 72: Loudon, Nashville, Chattanooga, Huntsville and 65: Huntsville.

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Trip from Madisonville, TN to Franklin, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Franklin, TN

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Madisonville, TN

Franklin, TN

1 hour earlier

Very similar conditions

3h 56m on the road

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