Origin
Milan, TN
Afternoon in Milan on Sunday
Local time
3:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milan, TN to Hendersonville, TN
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
147.5 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 46m
★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milan, TN
Dmitry Voronov
Trip Overview
Connecting Milan to Hendersonville, this 147.5-mile journey is a straightforward trek across Tennessee that typically takes 2 hours and 57 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $22 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for travelers. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major interstates, transitioning through the Southeast region as you head toward the Nashville area. It is a highly practical route for those prioritizing efficiency and speed over backroad exploration.
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
73.8 miles from Milan, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
With 93% of your journey spent on highways, this trip is defined by its focus on steady, high-speed travel. You will experience a significant 106.5-mile stretch on I-40, which serves as the backbone of your time behind the wheel. The route utilizes a mix of I-40, I-65, and TN-104 to navigate you efficiently between destinations. While the interstate segments offer a consistent pace, the inclusion of TN-104 provides a brief shift in tempo from the heavy-duty highway experience. Expect a functional, interstate-heavy drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination with minimal detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 106.5 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 130.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 147.5 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 130.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 132.8 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 141.9 miles (TN 386 / Vietnam Veterans Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
130.7 mi into trip
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~2h 34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 North: Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 208B
Toward I 65 North: Louisville
9
132.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
|
I 65
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65 toward I 24 West, I 65 North: Clarksville, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 86A
Toward I 24 West, I 65 North: Clarksville, Loui...
9
141.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 48m in
|
TN 386 / Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 386 / Vietnam Veterans Boulevard toward SR 386: Hendersonville, Gallatin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 95
Toward SR 386: Hendersonville, Gallatin
8
144.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville
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 2
Toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville
9
144.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hendersonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hend...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Milan, TN to Hendersonville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Louisville along the way.
Louisville
132.8 mi in
|
~2h 37m
|
via I 65
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 106.5 mi | 1h 54m |
| I 65 | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| TN 104 | 8 mi | 10m |
| SR 104 | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 220 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| SR 220 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Vietnam Veterans Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 106.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milan, TN and Hendersonville, TN.
1
Start on South Main Street
7 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto Williamson Street
254 ft
·
14 sec
·
Williamson Street
3
Turn right onto US 45E
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 1st Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto TN 104
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Ellington Drive
5
Continue on SR 104
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 104
6
At end of road, turn right onto SR 220
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 220
7
Turn left onto SR 220
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 220
8
Turn right onto US 70; SR 104
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Broadway of America
9
Turn left onto TN 104
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
TN 104
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 101
Toward SR 104
11
Merge onto I 40
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 208B
Toward I 65 North: Louisville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 65
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Downtown Loop
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
I 65
Exit 86A
Toward I 24 West, I 65 North: Clarksville, Louisville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 65
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
I 65
Use the none lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 386
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
Exit 95
Toward SR 386: Hendersonville, Gallatin
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 2
Toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
163 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hendersonville
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn right onto Center Point Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Center Point Road
20
Turn left onto US 31E
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right onto Walton Ferry Road
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
Walton Ferry Road
22
Arrive at destination
Walton Ferry Road
Trip Plan
Given the total duration of under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around local traffic patterns. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that break to stretch your legs after the long, 106.5-mile push on I-40. Fueling up before you leave Milan is a smart move to keep your $22 budget on track and avoid unnecessary stops. Keep a close watch on your GPS when transitioning between the major interstates, as the merge points can get busy. Enjoy the simplicity of this direct Tennessee drive by keeping your pace steady and your navigation ready.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.8 miles from Milan, TN, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.5 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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.8 miles or 1h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hendersonville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Milan, 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 Milan, TN
This is one driving day of about 147.5 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Milan, 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 106.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.8 mi from Milan, TN · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.8 miles from Milan, 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 106.5 miles.
Arriving in Hendersonville, TN
The final approach into Hendersonville, 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 Hendersonville, 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
$22.40 one way
$44.81 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.70 | $49.40 |
| premium | $4.80 | $27.84 | $55.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.77 | $65.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.49 | $7.08 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.91 | $5.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59 | 0 | $20.65 | $9.44 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
Hendersonville, TN
Afternoon in Hendersonville on Sunday
Local time
3:40 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
1 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
2h 57m 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 Milan, TN to Hendersonville, TN covers 147.5 miles and takes about 2h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 65, TN 104. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.8 miles from Milan, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.40 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 147.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 130.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 132.8 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 141.9 miles (TN 386 / Vietnam Veterans Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Milan, TN to Hendersonville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Louisville along the way.
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