Origin
Manchester, TN
Evening in Manchester on Sunday
Local time
7:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manchester, TN to Franklin, TN
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
62.6 mi
101 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
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6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, TN
Kelly
Franklin, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Traveling from Manchester to Franklin covers 62.6 miles, making it a straightforward journey that easily fits into a single day. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 16 minutes behind the wheel, transitioning through the Southeast region of Tennessee. Given the short duration, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or complex logistics. Budgeting around $10 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since the drive is entirely within the same state, you will find the transition between these two areas quite seamless and efficient for your schedule.
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
31.3 miles from Manchester, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 73% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate via I-24, Murfreesboro Road, and the Tennessee National Guard Parkway to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-24, where you will cover 35.6 miles of roadway. Expect the personality of the drive to shift from the fast-paced interstate segments to the local flow of the state parkway and city-bound roads as you approach Franklin. It is a functional route designed for efficiency rather than leisurely winding backroads.
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 35.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Murfreesboro Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near I 24.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 1.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.1 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.
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 24
Merge onto I 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
37.3 mi into trip
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~41m 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
38.1 mi into trip
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~43m 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
48.4 mi into trip
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~54m 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
49.4 mi into trip
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~56m in
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SR 96 / Murfreesboro Road
Turn left onto SR 96 / Murfreesboro Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Manchester, TN to Franklin, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Lewisburg along the way.
Lewisburg
48.4 mi in
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~54m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 35.6 mi | 38m |
| Murfreesboro Road | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 10.3 mi | 10m |
| Woodbury Highway | 1 mi | 2m |
| Horton Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Murfreesboro Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Public Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 35.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on US 41
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Murfreesboro Highway
2
Turn right onto SR 53
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodbury Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I-24 West: Nashville
4
Merge onto I 24
36 mi
·
38 min
·
I 24
Use the none / 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 none / 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 none 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
·
Public Square
12
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 62.6-mile trek, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the entire drive without needing scheduled stops, though taking a quick break after the 35.6-mile interstate stretch can help you stay refreshed. Keep an eye on traffic patterns when transitioning from I-24 to the secondary roads, as local congestion can impact your estimated 1 hour and 16 minute arrival time. Since your fuel cost is a modest $10, fill up in Manchester before you leave to ensure you have a full tank for the duration of the trip. Planning your departure to avoid peak commuting hours will help you maintain a smooth pace from start to finish.
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 31.3 miles from Manchester, TN, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.6 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 62.6 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.3 miles or 35m 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 1m
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 Manchester, 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 Manchester, TN
This is one driving day of about 62.6 miles and 1h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Manchester, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 35.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.3 mi from Manchester, TN · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 62.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.3 miles from Manchester, 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
$9.51 one way
$19.02 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.48 | $20.96 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.82 | $23.64 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.48 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.76 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Sunday
Local time
7:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 16m 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 Manchester, TN to Franklin, TN covers 62.6 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, Murfreesboro Road, Tennessee National Guard Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.3 miles from Manchester, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.51 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 62.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 1.7 miles (I 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.1 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Manchester, TN to Franklin, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Lewisburg along the way.
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