Origin
Pine Crest, TN
Afternoon in Pine Crest on Thursday
Local time
4:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
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
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pine Crest, TN
Kelly
Bartlett, TN
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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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 64: Bartlett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Louisville
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Pine Crest, TN and Bartlett, TN.
Start on Fire Department Lane
Turn left onto Pinecrest Road
Continue on Pinecrest Road
Turn slight left onto Towe String Road
At end of road, turn left onto Island Road
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Turn right onto Paris Nance Road
Turn left onto US 25W; TN 63
Continue on US 25W; TN 63
Take the exit onto US 25W
Take the exit onto I 75; US 25W
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; US 25W
Turn slight right onto US 25W; SR 116
Turn right onto SR 116
At end of road, turn left onto SR 116
Continue on SR 116
Continue on SR 330
Continue on SR 330
At end of road, turn right onto SR 330
Continue on SR 330
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 330
At end of road, turn right onto SR 330
Continue on SR 330
Turn right onto SR 330
Turn left onto SR 61
Continue on SR 61
Merge onto US 27
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Turn left
Merge onto I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
Merge onto I 40
Continue on I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto US 64
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
Open the route before leaving Pine Crest, 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.
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.
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
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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 checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 326.7 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$60.74 one way
$121.48 round trip
| 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Pine Crest on Thursday
Local time
4:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Bartlett on Thursday
Local time
3:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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