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Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
60.4 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tullahoma, TN
Kelly
Franklin, TN
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The drive from Tullahoma, TN to Franklin, TN covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Union Street, North Jackson Street, Murfreesboro Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 25.6 miles on Union Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.44 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
30.2 miles from Tullahoma, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
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Expect a 1h 26m drive with frequent turns across 60.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Lincoln Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tullahoma, TN to Franklin, TN is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 41A; SR 55; SR 130 / North Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.1 miles (SR 96 / Murfreesboro Road): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto West Lincoln Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 41A; SR 55; SR 130 / North Jackson Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 96 / Murfreesboro Road
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96 / Public Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Union Street | 25.6 mi | 38m |
| North Jackson Street | 17.5 mi | 21m |
| Murfreesboro Road | 12.8 mi | 19m |
| Horton Highway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Elm Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Lincoln Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Public Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Tullahoma, TN and Franklin, TN.
Start on Southwest Atlantic Street
Turn left onto West Lincoln Street
Turn right onto US 41A; SR 55; SR 130
Continue on US 41A
Continue on US 41A
Turn straight onto US 31A; US 41A
Turn left onto SR 96
Continue on TN 96
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
Arrive at destination
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.
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 60.4 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.2 miles or 40m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Tullahoma, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tullahoma, TN
This is one driving day of about 60.4 miles and 1h 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.2 mi from Tullahoma, TN · 40m 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.
A short stop after about 60.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Tullahoma, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Franklin, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$9.44 one way
$18.89 round trip
| 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.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Tullahoma on Tuesday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Night in Franklin on Tuesday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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