Origin
Spring Hill, TN
Afternoon in Spring Hill on Wednesday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring Hill, TN to Cookeville, TN
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
96.2 mi
155 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
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6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Hill, TN
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Cookeville, TN
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Trip Overview
This 96.2-mile drive from Spring Hill, TN, to Cookeville, TN, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 57 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, so you don't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, it's a budget-friendly option for exploring within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes I-40, offering a mixed driving experience that's generally efficient for covering ground. You'll find this trip to be a practical way to connect two points in Tennessee without much fuss.
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
48.1 miles from Spring Hill, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The majority of this drive, about 60%, is spent on the interstate, specifically I-40. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 57.4 miles on I-40, which means there are extended periods of consistent highway driving. Beyond the interstate, expect to navigate sections of Harriman Highway and East Tri County Boulevard, suggesting a transition to more local or arterial roads as you approach your destination. This mixed profile means you'll experience both faster highway speeds and potentially slower, more varied conditions on the non-interstate segments.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 57.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mehaffey Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Mehaffey Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (New Henderson Road): Navigation decision point.
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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Mehaffey Road
Turn right onto Mehaffey Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Creek Road
Turn right onto Creek Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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New Henderson Road
Turn right onto New Henderson Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
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SR 170 / Edgemoor Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 170 / Edgemoor Road
Navigation decision point
6
92.6 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 70N: Cookeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 70N: Cookeville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 57.4 mi | 1h 1m |
| Harriman Highway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| East Tri County Boulevard | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| North Roane Street | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Edgemoor Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| East Spring Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| South Illinois Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
| Oak Ridge Highway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 57.4 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Hill, TN and Cookeville, TN.
1
Start on Gade Lane
40 ft
·
4 sec
·
Gade Lane
2
Turn right onto Mehaffey Road
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
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Mehaffey Road
3
Turn right onto Creek Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Creek Road
4
Turn right onto New Henderson Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
New Henderson Road
5
Continue on New Henderson Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
New Henderson Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto SR 170
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Edgemoor Road
7
Take the ramp
101 ft
·
2 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
9
Merge onto SR 62
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Oak Ridge Highway
10
Continue on SR 62
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Illinois Avenue
11
Continue on SR 62
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Tri County Boulevard
12
Continue on SR 61
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Harriman Highway
13
Merge onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
Bitter Creek Highway
14
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Harriman Highway
15
Continue on US 27
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hannah Highway
16
Continue on US 27
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Roane Street
17
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
18
Merge onto I 40
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 40
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 70N: Cookeville
20
Keep slight right at fork
382 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 70N: Cookeville
21
Turn straight onto US 70N
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
East Spring Street
22
Continue on US 70N
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
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East Spring Street
23
Turn right onto South Dixie Avenue
270 ft
·
11 sec
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South Dixie Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
South Dixie Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart whenever it suits your schedule, whether that's early morning to maximize your day or later in the afternoon. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can easily fuel up before you leave Spring Hill to cover the estimated $15 fuel cost. The longest uninterrupted stretch is over 57 miles on I-40, so plan for a brief stop before or during that segment if you prefer not to drive for that long at once. Keep an eye out for the transition off I-40 as you near Cookeville, as this is where the road character will change.
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 48.1 miles from Spring Hill, TN, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.4 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 1h 3m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cookeville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Spring Hill, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Spring Hill, TN
This is one driving day of about 96.2 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Spring Hill, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 57.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.1 mi from Spring Hill, TN · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.1 miles from Spring Hill, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cookeville, TN
The final approach into Cookeville, 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 Cookeville, 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
$15.04 one way
$30.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.51 | $37.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.24 | $42.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.10 | $4.62 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.42 | $3.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Cookeville, TN
Afternoon in Cookeville on Wednesday
Local time
1:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Johnson, TN
48 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
1 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 57m 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 Spring Hill, TN to Cookeville, TN covers 96.2 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Harriman Highway, East Tri County Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.1 miles from Spring Hill, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.04 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 96.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Mehaffey Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (New Henderson Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Spring Hill, TN to Cookeville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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