Origin
Mount Pleasant, TN
Afternoon in Mount Pleasant on Friday
Local time
1:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 26m
Distance
174.4 mi
281 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
★
6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 51m
10 AM
3h 35m
12 PM
3h 33m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 50m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Pleasant, TN
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Bartlett, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 174.4 miles and takes about 3h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 1st Avenue, Pisgah Ridge Road, Hampshire Pike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.27 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
87.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 26m. Total distance: 174.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 26m drive with frequent turns across 174.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
1st Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN is easy. At 3h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Avenue | — | — |
| Pisgah Ridge Road | — | — |
| Hampshire Pike | — | — |
| Columbia Highway | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Linden Highway | — | — |
| West Church Sttreet | — | — |
| Law Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
1st Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
1st Avenue
3
Continue on Pisgah Ridge Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Pisgah Ridge Road
4
Keep slight left to continue on Pisgah Ridge Road
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Pisgah Ridge Road
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hampshire Pike
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hampshire Pike
6
Continue on Columbia Highway
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Columbia Highway
7
Continue on East Main Street
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
East Main Street
8
Continue on Linden Highway
51 mi
·
59 min
·
Linden Highway
9
Continue on West Church Sttreet
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Church Sttreet
10
Continue straight
10 mi
·
11 min
11
Turn right onto Law Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Law Road
12
Take the exit left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
13
Merge slight left
75 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 64: Bartlett
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 64: Bartlett
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
16
Turn straight onto Stage Road
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 87.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, TN, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
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 38 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.2 miles or 1h 43m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartlett, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, TN
This is one driving day of about 174.4 miles and 3h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Mount Pleasant, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 87.2 mi from Mount Pleasant, TN · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bartlett, TN
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.27 one way
$54.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.94 | $59.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.56 | $67.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.51 | $77.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.3 | 0 | $18.31 | $8.37 |
| Efficient EV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.26 | $6.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.8 | 0 | $24.42 | $11.16 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Bartlett, TN
Afternoon in Bartlett on Friday
Local time
1:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
20 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
3h 26m 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 Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 174.4 miles and takes about 3h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 1st Avenue, Pisgah Ridge Road, Hampshire Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 87.2 miles from Mount Pleasant, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.27 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.
The drive from Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN is easy. At 3h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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