Origin
Pikeville, TN
Afternoon in Pikeville on Friday
Local time
12:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Pikeville, 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
6h 9m
Distance
310.8 mi
500 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 56m
★
6 AM
6h 9m
8 AM
6h 35m
10 AM
6h 18m
12 PM
6h 15m
3 PM
6h 19m
5 PM
6h 33m
8 PM
6h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pikeville, TN
Kelly
Bartlett, TN
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Trip Overview
Pikeville, TN to Bartlett, TN is 310.8 miles and takes about 6 hours 9 minutes via I 40, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. You'll find yourself on a highway-focused journey for most of the trip, making it a straightforward option for a single-day drive. Given the relatively short duration and consistent road type, this route is a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently without too many detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
155.4 miles from Pikeville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 9m. Total distance: 310.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 9m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 84% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 40. You can expect long stretches of consistent speed, including one unbroken segment of 157.6 miles on I 40. While the Tennessee National Guard Parkway and SR 30 offer some variation, the core of this trip is about covering ground efficiently on well-maintained highways. The character of the drive is largely predictable, allowing you to settle into a rhythm for the majority of the 6 hours and 9 minutes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 157.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 310.8 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 40 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 85.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
5
40 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
85.8 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
8
92.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
7
304.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 58m 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
305 mi into trip
|
~5h 58m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pikeville, TN to Bartlett, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
92.6 mi in
|
~2h 8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 157.6 mi | 2h 49m |
| Tennessee National Guard Parkway | 53.7 mi | 58m |
| SR 30 | 39 mi | 1h |
| John Bragg Highway | 15.6 mi | 18m |
| Nashville Highway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| McMinnville Highway | 8.1 mi | 10m |
| I 24 | 6.5 mi | 6m |
| Stage Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 157.6 mi, about 2h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pikeville, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on Cumberland Avenue
105 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cumberland Avenue
2
Turn right onto SR 30
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 127; SR 30
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn left onto SR 30
25 mi
·
40 min
·
SR 30
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 30
14 mi
·
20 min
·
SR 30
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
7
Keep slight left at fork
101 ft
·
2 sec
8
Turn left onto US 70S
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Sparta Highway
9
Continue on US 70S
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Sparta Street
10
Continue on US 70S
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Bobby Ray Memorial Parkway
11
Take the exit onto US 70S
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 70S
12
Keep slight left at fork
422 ft
·
12 sec
13
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Main Street
14
Continue on US 70S
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Nashville Highway
15
Continue on US 70S
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
McMinnville Highway
16
Continue on US 70S; SR 53
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
17
Continue on US 70S
16 mi
·
18 min
·
John Bragg Highway
18
Turn left onto South Rutherford Boulevard
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Rutherford Boulevard
19
Turn left onto US 231
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
South Church Street
Use the left lane.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
Use the right lane.
21
Merge onto I 24
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 74A
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
Use the right lane.
23
Merge onto I 840
54 mi
·
58 min
·
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto I 40
158 mi
·
2 hr 49 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
Use the slight right lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
27
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
Use the left lane.
28
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
With a total drive time under 7 hours and a clear highway focus, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart Pikeville in the morning to take advantage of daylight and arrive in Bartlett with ample time. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is over 150 miles, so plan for a fuel and rest stop around the halfway point or when you feel the need. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer stretches of I 40 where services might be spaced further apart. Since it's a direct route, you won't need to worry about complex navigation, making it a stress-free experience.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 155.4 miles from Pikeville, TN, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.6 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 68 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.4 miles or 3h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 4m
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 Pikeville, 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 Pikeville, TN
This is one driving day of about 310.8 miles and 6h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Pikeville, 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 157.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 155.4 mi from Pikeville, TN · 3h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
155 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 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 155.4 miles from Pikeville, 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 157.6 miles.
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.
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
$48.59 one way
$97.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
109 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $53.35 | $106.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $59.81 | $119.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $68.62 | $137.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.2 | 1 | $32.63 | $14.92 |
| Efficient EV | 77.7 | 0 | $27.20 | $12.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 124.3 | 1 | $43.51 | $19.89 |
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
12:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Lebanon, TN
155 mi in
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
18 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
6h 9m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pikeville, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 310.8 miles and takes about 6h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Tennessee National Guard Parkway, SR 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 155.4 miles from Pikeville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.59 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 310.8 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 40 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 85.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Pikeville, TN to Bartlett, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
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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