Origin
Smyrna, TN
Afternoon in Smyrna on Wednesday
Local time
4:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Smyrna, TN to Brownsville, TN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
67.8 mi
109 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smyrna, TN
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Brownsville, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Smyrna, TN to Brownsville, TN covers 67.8 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, TN 22, East Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.8 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.60 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.9 miles from Smyrna, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 36m highway drive covering 67.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and TN 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.8 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 15 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 41.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and TN 22. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near Hawkins Creek Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 36m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (Hawkins Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (Davis Chapel Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (Davis Chapel Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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Hawkins Creek Road
At end of road, turn right onto Hawkins Creek Road
Navigation decision point
4
4.5 mi into trip
|
~17m in
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Davis Chapel Road
Turn left onto Davis Chapel Road
Navigation decision point
4
4.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Davis Chapel Road
At end of road, turn right onto Davis Chapel Road
Navigation decision point
6
16 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward Primary SR 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington, Huntingdon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Primary SR 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexin...
5
58.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 70: Brownsville, Ripley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 70: Brownsville, Ripley
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Smyrna, TN and Brownsville, TN, road signs point toward Primary Sr 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington, Huntingdon and Ripley.
Primary Sr 22: Parkers Crossroads
16 mi in
|
~36m
Lexington
16 mi in
|
~36m
Huntingdon
16 mi in
|
~36m
Ripley
58.1 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 41.8 mi | 45m |
| TN 22 | 10.1 mi | 14m |
| East Main Street | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| Buck Ditch Road | 2.4 mi | 9m |
| Davis Chapel Road | 1.3 mi | 4m |
| Hawkins Creek Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| Westport Road | 1 mi | 4m |
| Lexington Clarksburg Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 41.8 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna, TN and Brownsville, TN.
1
Start on Buck Ditch Road
2.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Buck Ditch Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Hawkins Creek Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hawkins Creek Road
3
Continue on Hawkins Creek Road
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Hawkins Creek Road
4
Turn straight onto Westport Road
1.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Westport Road
5
Turn left onto Davis Chapel Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Davis Chapel Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto Davis Chapel Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Davis Chapel Road
7
Turn left onto TN 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
TN 22
8
Continue on SR 22; SR 424
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Lexington Clarksburg Road
9
Continue on TN 22
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
TN 22
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Primary SR 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington, Huntingdon
11
Merge onto I 40
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 40
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 70: Brownsville, Ripley
13
Turn right onto US 70
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
East Main Street
14
Enter roundabout onto TN 54
24 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Washington Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
TN 54
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.9 miles from Smyrna, TN, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.8 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 15 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.9 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brownsville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Smyrna, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Smyrna, TN
This is one driving day of about 67.8 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Smyrna, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 41.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.9 mi from Smyrna, TN · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Smyrna, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brownsville, TN
The final approach into Brownsville, 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
$10.60 one way
$21.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.64 | $23.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.05 | $26.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.12 | $3.25 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Brownsville, TN
Afternoon in Brownsville on Wednesday
Local time
4:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 36m 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 Smyrna, TN to Brownsville, TN covers 67.8 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, TN 22, East Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.9 miles from Smyrna, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.60 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 is a straightforward 1h 36m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (Hawkins Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (Davis Chapel Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (Davis Chapel Road): Navigation decision point.
Between Smyrna, TN and Brownsville, TN, road signs point toward Primary Sr 22: Parkers Crossroads, Lexington, Huntingdon and Ripley.
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