Paris, TN to Bartlett, TN is 126.3 miles and takes about 2h 40m via I 40 and Highland Drive/Austin Peay Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically crossing from one part of Tennessee to another. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on major roads, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. You'll find the route to be a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
63.1 miles from Paris, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 126.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 55% of it on highways. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 62 miles on I 40, providing a solid period of consistent driving. As you progress, expect the road character to shift from interstate cruising to more local thoroughfares, particularly as you approach your destination. The overall profile suggests a balance between efficient highway travel and more varied road conditions.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 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 62 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 641 / South Market Street.
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 126.3 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: near the start (US 641 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 58.3 miles (I 40; US 412): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 641 / South Market Street
Turn right onto US 641 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
5
58 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
58.3 mi into trip|~1h 22m in|I 40; US 412
Merge onto I 40; US 412
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
120.3 mi into trip|~2h 29m 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
9
120.5 mi into trip|~2h 30m 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
62 mi
1h 7m
Highland Drive
18.1 mi
26m
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
13.2 mi
15m
Medina Highway
11 mi
14m
US 45E
7.6 mi
11m
Stage Road
5.6 mi
10m
Atwood Highway
2.8 mi
4m
South 1st Street
2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 62 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on SR 54; SR 69
96 ft·5 sec·West Wood Street
2
Turn right onto US 641
0.2 mi·20 sec·South Market Street
3
Continue on SR 77
0.7 mi·1 min·Veterans Drive
4
Turn right onto US 79
0.4 mi·41 sec·Tyson Avenue
5
Continue on US 79
13 mi·15 min·Austin Peay Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 79
18 mi·26 min·Highland Drive
7
Continue on US 70A; US 79
0.7 mi·1 min·Atwood Highway
8
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.1 mi·3 min·Atwood Highway
9
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.0 mi·3 min·East Van Hook Street
10
Turn left onto US 45E
2.0 mi·4 min·South 1st Street
11
Continue on US 45E
11 mi·14 min·Medina Highway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45E
7.6 mi·11 min·US 45E
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
14
Merge onto I 40; US 412
62 mi·1 hr 7 min·I 40; US 412
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 18Toward US 64: BartlettUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, SomervilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi·10 min·Stage Road
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 40m duration, this is comfortably a one-day trip, so you have the flexibility to leave when it suits you best. A single stop might be all you need to break up the 126.3 miles, so plan for a brief pause rather than an extended break. Keep an eye on your fuel situation, as the estimated cost is around $20. A practical tip for this route would be to be mindful of the transition off I 40; the change in road type and potential for local traffic can require a slight adjustment in driving pace as you near Bartlett.
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 63.1 miles from Paris, TN, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62 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 28 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.1 miles or 1h 27m 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 11m
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 Paris, 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 Paris, TN
This is one driving day of about 126.3 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Paris, 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 62 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.1 mi from Paris, TN
· 1h 27m into the drive
The midpoint is around 66.6 miles from Paris, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Donelson National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on Sunday, February 16, 1862. The Union victory at Fort Donels...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.75 one way
$39.49 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.68
$43.36
premium
$4.89
$24.31
$48.61
diesel
$5.61
$27.89
$55.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.9
0
$13.26
$6.06
Efficient EV
31.6
0
$11.05
$5.05
EV Truck/SUV
50.5
0
$17.68
$8.08
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Paris, TN
Morning
in Paris on Friday
Local time
7:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bartlett, TN
Morning
in Bartlett on Friday
Local time
7:49 AM
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
2h 40m 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 Paris, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 126.3 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Highland Drive, Austin Peay Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.1 miles from Paris, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.75 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.3 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: near the start (US 641 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 58.3 miles (I 40; US 412): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Paris, TN to Bartlett, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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