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 I 40, Linden Highway, Columbia Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 75.2 miles on I 40.
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 47m into the drive
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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 (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Mount Pleasant, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 174.4 miles and takes about 3h 26m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 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 75.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near US 412 / Hampshire Pike.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 174.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 7.7 miles (US 412 / Hampshire Pike): Navigation decision point; at 93.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 93.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
7.7 mi into trip|~13m in|US 412 / Hampshire Pike
At end of road, turn left onto US 412 / Hampshire Pike
Navigation decision point
5
93.1 mi into trip|~1h 53m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
93.3 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
168.4 mi into trip|~3h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 64: Bartlett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
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168.6 mi into trip|~3h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
75.2 mi
1h 21m
Linden Highway
51.3 mi
59m
Columbia Highway
13 mi
16m
US 412
10.5 mi
11m
Pisgah Ridge Road
5.7 mi
10m
Stage Road
5.6 mi
10m
East Main Street
4.6 mi
5m
Hampshire Pike
2.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 75.2 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Pleasant, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on SR 166; SR 243
0.3 mi·37 sec·South Main Street
2
Turn left onto TN 166
1.8 mi·3 min·1st Avenue
3
Continue on TN 166
1.8 mi·3 min·Pisgah Ridge Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 166
3.8 mi·6 min·Pisgah Ridge Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 412
2.9 mi·3 min·Hampshire Pike
6
Continue on US 412
13 mi·16 min·Columbia Highway
7
Continue on US 412
4.6 mi·5 min·East Main Street
8
Continue on US 412
51 mi·59 min·Linden Highway
9
Continue on US 412
2.2 mi·2 min·West Church Sttreet
10
Continue on US 412
10 mi·11 min·US 412
11
Turn right onto SR 152
0.8 mi·1 min·Law Road
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
13
Merge onto I 40
75 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 18Toward US 64: BartlettUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, SomervilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi·10 min·Stage Road
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
TN 15
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 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.2 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 38 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.2 miles or 1h 47m 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 48m
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.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 75.2 miles.
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 47m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Mount Pleasant, TN
Afternoon
in Mount Pleasant on Friday
Local time
2:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bartlett, TN
Afternoon
in Bartlett on Friday
Local time
2:35 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 I 40, Linden Highway, Columbia Highway. 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 174.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 7.7 miles (US 412 / Hampshire Pike): Navigation decision point; at 93.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 93.3 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
