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Trip from Pine Crest, TN to Bartlett, TN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

7h 45m

Distance

388.5 mi

625 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$61

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
7h 37m ★
6 AM
7h 46m
8 AM
8h 5m
10 AM
7h 53m
12 PM
7h 51m
3 PM
7h 53m
5 PM
8h 4m
8 PM
7h 40m

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

Downtown Pine Crest, TN, TN

Pine Crest, TN

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city in Tennessee, USA

Bartlett, TN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Pine Crest, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 388.5 miles and takes about 7h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 40, Harriman Highway, Frost Bottom Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 326.7 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.74 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

194.3 miles from Pine Crest, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 11m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 45m. Total distance: 388.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 45m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Drive Character

This is a 7h 45m highway drive covering 388.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Harriman Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 326.7 miles on I 40.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 42 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 326.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Harriman Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 187.4 miles in near I 40.

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 25 significant decision points across 388.5 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 187.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 192.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 25 key points

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

9
187.4 mi into trip | ~4h 1m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 213B Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
8
189.5 mi into trip | ~4h 4m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis
7
192.9 mi into trip | ~4h 9m in | I 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 40 West: Memphis
7
382.6 mi into trip | ~7h 34m 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
382.8 mi into trip | ~7h 35m 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.

Between Pine Crest, TN and Bartlett, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.

Memphis

189.5 mi in | ~4h 4m | via I 40

Louisville

190.6 mi in | ~4h 6m | via I 40

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 326.7 mi 5h 53m
Harriman Highway 9.8 mi 11m
Frost Bottom Road 7.1 mi 12m
US 25W 5.7 mi 6m
Stage Road 5.6 mi 10m
Pinecrest Road 5.6 mi 21m
Briceville Highway 5.3 mi 9m
North Roane Street 4.1 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 326.7 mi, about 5h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pine Crest, TN and Bartlett, TN.

1

Start on Fire Department Lane

88 ft · 4 sec · Fire Department Lane
2

Turn left onto Pinecrest Road

5.5 mi · 21 min · Pinecrest Road
3

Continue on Pinecrest Road

273 ft · 12 sec · Pinecrest Road
4

Turn slight left onto Towe String Road

0.9 mi · 3 min · Towe String Road
5

At end of road, turn left onto Island Road

207 ft · 9 sec · Island Road
6

Turn right onto Liberty Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Liberty Street
7

Turn left onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Main Street
8

Turn right onto Paris Nance Road

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Paris Nance Road
9

Turn left onto US 25W; TN 63

3.0 mi · 3 min · West Central Avenue
10

Continue on US 25W; TN 63

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Royal Blue Road
11

Take the exit onto US 25W

5.7 mi · 6 min · US 25W
Toward Knoxville
12

Take the exit onto I 75; US 25W

0.2 mi · 25 sec · I 75; US 25W
Toward US 25W South: Rocky Top, Lake City
13

Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; US 25W

241 ft · 5 sec · I 75; US 25W
14

Turn slight right onto US 25W; SR 116

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
15

Turn right onto SR 116

3.8 mi · 9 min · Creek Street
16

At end of road, turn left onto SR 116

234 ft · 7 sec · Briceville Highway
17

Continue on SR 116

5.2 mi · 9 min · Briceville Highway
18

Continue on SR 330

166 ft · 3 sec · Briceville Highway
19

Continue on SR 330

7.1 mi · 12 min · Frost Bottom Road
20

At end of road, turn right onto SR 330

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Dutch Valley Road
21

Continue on SR 330

0.5 mi · 1 min · Walden Avenue
22

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 330

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Spring Street
23

At end of road, turn right onto SR 330

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Main Street
24

Continue on SR 330

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Railroad Avenue
25

Turn right onto SR 330

447 ft · 11 sec · Winter Gap Road
26

Turn left onto SR 61

1.2 mi · 1 min · East Tri County Boulevard
27

Continue on SR 61

9.6 mi · 10 min · Harriman Highway
28

Merge onto US 27

0.2 mi · 10 sec · Bitter Creek Highway
29

Continue on US 27

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Harriman Highway
30

Continue on US 27

2.1 mi · 2 min · Hannah Highway
31

Continue on US 27

4.1 mi · 4 min · North Roane Street
32

Turn left

0.2 mi · 25 sec
33

Merge onto I 40

134 mi · 2 hr 24 min · I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

2.1 mi · 3 min · I 40
Exit 213B Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

0.4 mi · 42 sec · I 40
Toward I 40 West: Huntsville, Memphis Use the slight left lane.
36

Merge onto I 40

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Continue on I 40

2.3 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop
Exit 210A Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40

190 mi · 3 hr 25 min · I 40
Toward I 40 West: Memphis Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
39

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 18 Toward US 64: Bartlett Use the slight right lane.
40

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
41

Turn straight onto US 64

5.6 mi · 10 min · Stage Road
Use the left lane.
42

Arrive at destination

TN 15

Trip Plan

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 194.3 miles from Pine Crest, TN, or about 4h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 326.7 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 85 miles or 2h 11m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 194.3 miles or 4h 11m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 36m

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 Pine Crest, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Pine Crest, TN

This is one driving day of about 388.5 miles and 7h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Pine Crest, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 326.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 194.3 mi from Pine Crest, TN · 4h 11m into the drive

city in and county seat of White County, Tennessee, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sparta, TN

194 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

Johnson, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Nashville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 194.3 miles from Pine Crest, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 326.7 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

$60.74 one way

$121.48 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 136 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $66.69 $133.37
premium $4.89 $74.76 $149.53
diesel $5.61 $85.78 $171.55

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$61

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$86–$111

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 135.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 116.6 1 $40.79 $18.65
Efficient EV 97.1 1 $33.99 $15.54
EV Truck/SUV 155.4 1 $54.39 $24.86

Gas CO2

136 kg

EV CO2

45 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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Pine Crest, TN

Afternoon in Pine Crest on Thursday

Local time

4:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bartlett, TN

Afternoon in Bartlett on Thursday

Local time

3:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Sparta, TN

194 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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

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

7h 45m 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 Pine Crest, TN to Bartlett, TN covers 388.5 miles and takes about 7h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Harriman Highway, Frost Bottom Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 194.3 miles from Pine Crest, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $60.74 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 2 meaningful breaks 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 25 significant decision points across 388.5 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 187.4 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 192.9 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Pine Crest, TN and Bartlett, TN, road signs point toward Memphis and Louisville.

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