Origin
Rockwood, TN
Late night in Rockwood on Thursday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockwood, TN to Hendersonville, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 43m
Distance
136.9 mi
220 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockwood, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rockwood, TN to Hendersonville, TN covers 136.9 miles and takes about 2h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, SR 109, US 70 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 96.9 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.4 miles from Rockwood, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 43m highway drive covering 136.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and SR 109. The longest continuous stretch is about 96.9 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 17 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 96.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and SR 109. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Rockwood Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 43m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Rockwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Rockwood Street
Turn right onto East Rockwood Street
Navigation decision point
5
14.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
111.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward TN 109: Gallatin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 232
Toward TN 109: Gallatin
5
111.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
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SR 109
Turn right onto SR 109
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
126.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 31E: Gallatin, Hendersonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 31E: Gallatin, Hendersonville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 96.9 mi | 1h 44m |
| SR 109 | 14.8 mi | 20m |
| US 70 | 12.2 mi | 18m |
| Nashville Pike | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| East Main Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| South Gateway Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Gallatin Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 96.9 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockwood, TN and Hendersonville, TN.
1
Start on North Kingston Avenue
201 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Kingston Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Rockwood Street
348 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Rockwood Street
3
Turn left onto US 27; US 70
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Gateway Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 70
12 mi
·
18 min
·
US 70
5
Turn left onto Market Street
520 ft
·
11 sec
·
Market Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
7
Merge onto I 40
97 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 232
Toward TN 109: Gallatin
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto SR 109
13 mi
·
18 min
·
SR 109
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto SR 109
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 109
Use the left lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward US 31E: Gallatin, Hendersonville
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto US 31E
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Nashville Pike
13
Continue on US 31E
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
14
Continue on US 31E
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Gallatin Road
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 31E
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
16
Turn left onto Walton Ferry Road
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
Walton Ferry Road
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
Walton Ferry Road
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.4 miles from Rockwood, TN, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.9 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 30 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.4 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hendersonville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rockwood, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rockwood, TN
This is one driving day of about 136.9 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Rockwood, 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 96.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.4 mi from Rockwood, TN · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.4 miles from Rockwood, 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 96.9 miles.
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
$21.40 one way
$42.81 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.50 | $47.00 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.35 | $52.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.23 | $60.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.1 | 0 | $14.37 | $6.57 |
| Efficient EV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.98 | $5.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.17 | $8.76 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Hendersonville, TN
Night in Hendersonville on Wednesday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Baxter, TN
68 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
7 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 43m 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 Rockwood, TN to Hendersonville, TN covers 136.9 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, SR 109, US 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.4 miles from Rockwood, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.40 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 43m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Rockwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rockwood, TN to Hendersonville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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