Origin
Portland, TN
Night in Portland on Friday
Local time
9:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portland, TN to Franklin, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
60.4 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Portland, TN
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Franklin, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Portland, TN to Franklin, TN covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, Maple Street, I 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.4 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 60.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 60.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and Maple Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.4 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Maple Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 miles in near I 65.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.4 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 5.7 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.6 miles (I 24): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.4 miles (Downtown Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
36.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
I 24
Continue onto I 24 toward I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 86
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
9
39.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
Downtown Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto Downtown Loop toward I 40 West: Memphis, Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 50B
Toward I 40 West: Memphis, Huntsville
5
40.4 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward I 65 South: Huntsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 210B
Toward I 65 South: Huntsville
8
57.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
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 65
Toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Portland, TN and Franklin, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, Huntsville and Murfreesboro.
Knoxville
36.6 mi in
|
~43m
|
via I 24
Huntsville
39.4 mi in
|
~46m
|
via Downtown Loop
Murfreesboro
57.4 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 47.4 mi | 52m |
| Maple Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| I 24 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Murfreesboro Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Downtown Loop | 1 mi | 1m |
| College Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Broadway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 47.4 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on SR 109
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Broadway
2
Take the exit
303 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn slight right onto SR 52
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Oak Street
4
Continue on SR 52
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Maple Street
5
Continue on SR 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
College Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 65 South: Nashville
7
Merge onto I 65
31 mi
·
34 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 24
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Exit 86
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto Downtown Loop
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Downtown Loop
Exit 50B
Toward I 40 West: Memphis, Huntsville
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 210B
Toward I 65 South: Huntsville
11
Continue on I 65
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 65
Toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto TN 96
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Murfreesboro Road
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on TN 96
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
3rd Avenue South
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
397 ft
·
6 sec
·
Public Square
16
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.2 mi from Portland, TN · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Portland, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Franklin, TN
The final approach into Franklin, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.44 one way
$18.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.37 | $20.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.62 | $23.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Franklin, TN
Night in Franklin on Friday
Local time
9:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 mph
7% chance
Live forecast
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
35 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
1h 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Portland, TN to Franklin, TN covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Maple Street, I 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.2 miles from Portland, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.44 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.4 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 5.7 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.6 miles (I 24): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.4 miles (Downtown Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Portland, TN and Franklin, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, Huntsville and Murfreesboro.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Stones River National Battlefield.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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