Trip from Paris, TN to Hendersonville, TN

Drive Time

2h 20m

Distance

115 mi

185 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 11m ★

6 AM

2h 21m

8 AM

2h 40m

10 AM

2h 28m

12 PM

2h 26m

3 PM

2h 28m

5 PM

2h 39m

8 PM

2h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Paris, TN

Alexandra Lavizzari

Trip Overview

Connecting Paris to Hendersonville, this 115-mile trek takes you across Tennessee in about 2 hours and 20 minutes. It is a straightforward journey that fits perfectly into a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick getaway or a necessary commute. You can expect to spend roughly $17 on fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Because the entire route stays within the Southeast, you will notice a consistent regional character as you transition between these two Tennessee locales. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, the simple logistics allow you to plan your day without needing an overnight stay. It is a manageable drive that provides a reliable connection between these two points.

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

57.5 miles from Paris, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing local roads with interstate travel. You will spend about 32% of your time on highways, navigating a combination of Main Street and the Austin Peay Memorial Highway before transitioning to I-24. Do not expect a monotonous interstate grind; the longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 29.3-mile segment on I-24. The transition from local thoroughfares to the faster pace of the interstate creates a dynamic flow that keeps the drive engaging. Expect a shifting environment as you move from the quieter, smaller-town stretches onto the more heavily trafficked highway sections.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 27 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 29.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 102 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 115 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 102 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 109.4 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 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

102 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in

Take the exit toward TN 45: Old Hickory Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 40 Toward TN 45: Old Hickory Boulevard

106.2 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in

Take the ramp toward I 65 North: Louisville

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 65 North: Louisville

109.4 mi into trip | ~2h 12m 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

111.8 mi into trip | ~2h 14m 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

112.1 mi into trip | ~2h 15m 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...

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 24	29.3 mi	31m
Main Street	28.1 mi	34m
Austin Peay Memorial Highway	25.1 mi	28m
Ashland City Road	5.6 mi	6m
West Wood Street	3.9 mi	5m
Old Hickory Boulevard	3.9 mi	6m
TN 76	3.1 mi	3m
I 65	3 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 24 — 29.3 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Paris, TN and Hendersonville, TN.

Start on SR 54; SR 69

3.9 mi · 5 min · West Wood Street

Continue on US 79

25 mi · 27 min · Austin Peay Memorial Highway

Continue on US 79

0.2 mi · 11 sec · Fort Donelson Parkway

Continue on US 79

0.6 mi · 37 sec · Austin Peay Memorial Highway

Continue on US 79

0.5 mi · 36 sec · Lake Highway

Continue on US 79

1.7 mi · 1 min · Donelson Parkway

Continue on US 79

28 mi · 34 min · Main Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto US 41A; US 79

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Fort Campbell Boulevard

Continue on US 41A; US 79

1.6 mi · 2 min · Providence Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 41A; US 79

340 ft · 7 sec · North 2nd Street

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto US 41A Bypass

2.4 mi · 4 min · North Riverside Drive

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 41A Bypass

5.6 mi · 6 min · Ashland City Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on TN 76

3.1 mi · 3 min · TN 76

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Merge onto I 24

29 mi · 31 min · I 24

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Exit 40 Toward TN 45: Old Hickory Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto TN 45

3.9 mi · 6 min · Old Hickory Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward I 65 North: Louisville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 65

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 65

Continue on I 65

0.2 mi · 14 sec · I 65

Use the none lane.

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.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Exit 2 Toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

163 ft · 6 sec

Toward Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hendersonville Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto Center Point Road

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Center Point Road

Turn left onto US 31E

2.7 mi · 4 min · West Main Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Walton Ferry Road

53 ft · 1 sec · Walton Ferry Road

Arrive at destination

Walton Ferry Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short 115-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility when it comes to your departure time. You can easily complete the journey in one go, as there are no mandatory stops required to finish the route within the 2 hour and 20-minute timeframe. If you want to avoid the heaviest traffic, try to time your departure to miss peak commuting hours on the highway portions of the drive. Keep in mind that while the route is efficient, fueling up near your origin in Paris will help you stay within your $17 budget. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation apps handy when switching from the Austin Peay Memorial Highway to I-24 to ensure you stay on the most direct path.

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 57.5 miles from Paris, TN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.3 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 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 57.5 miles or 1h 9m 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 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hendersonville, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Paris, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 115 miles and 2h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Paris, 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 29.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 57.5 mi from Paris, TN · 1h 9m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clarksville, TN

58 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.

Popular next leg

Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, TN

56.7 mi · 1h

Pacing Suggestions

Clarksville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clarksville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57.5 miles from Paris, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.47 one way

$34.93 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$19.26	$38.51
premium	$4.80	$21.71	$43.42
diesel	$5.64	$25.55	$51.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	34.5	$12.08	$5.52
Efficient EV	28.8	$10.06	$4.60
EV Truck/SUV	46	$16.10	$7.36

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Paris, TN

Evening in Paris on Sunday

Local time

7:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hendersonville, TN

Evening in Hendersonville on Sunday

Local time

7:37 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

3 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 20m 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 Hendersonville, TN covers 115 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 24, Main Street, Austin Peay Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 57.5 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 $17.47 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.

The route from Paris, TN to Hendersonville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Paris, TN to Hendersonville, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hendersonville, TN

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Paris, TN

Hendersonville, TN

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 20m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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