Origin
Waynesboro, TN
Afternoon in Waynesboro on Friday
Local time
4:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waynesboro, TN to Franklin, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
85.2 mi
137 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waynesboro, TN
Kelly
Franklin, TN
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 85.2-mile journey from Waynesboro, TN to Franklin, TN takes approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. Primarily utilizing Lawrenceburg Highway, I-65, and US-64, about 59% of this drive is on highways. You can expect a fuel cost of around $13 for this trip. The route offers a mixed driving experience and is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Since both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, you'll be traversing familiar terrain throughout your drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.6 miles from Waynesboro, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 85.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive begins with stretches on Lawrenceburg Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted segment at 30.3 miles. As you progress, you'll transition to I-65 for a significant portion of the journey before eventually using United States Route 64. This mix means you'll experience both faster highway speeds and potentially more local road conditions. The profile is described as a 'mixed drive,' suggesting a varied experience behind the wheel that changes as you cover the 85.2 miles.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lawrenceburg Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 30.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hill Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 48m 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: near the start (Hill Street): Navigation decision point; at 63 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 63.3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Hill Street
Turn right onto Hill Street
Navigation decision point
5
63 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
63.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
82.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m 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
5
82.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
Murfreesboro Road
Turn left onto Murfreesboro Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrenceburg Highway | 30.3 mi | 34m |
| I 65 | 18.7 mi | 20m |
| United States Route 64 | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| TN 240 | 10 mi | 17m |
| SR 240 | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Murfreesboro Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| SR 20 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Lawrenceburg Highway
— 30.3 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waynesboro, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on TN 13
222 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto Hill Street
197 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hill Street
3
Turn straight onto Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
4
Continue on US 64
14 mi
·
16 min
·
United States Route 64
5
Turn left onto SR 240
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 240
6
Turn straight onto TN 240
10 mi
·
17 min
·
TN 240
7
Continue on SR 20; SR 240
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 20; SR 240
8
Turn straight onto TN 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
TN 20
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 43
30 mi
·
34 min
·
Lawrenceburg Highway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
11
Merge onto I 65
19 mi
·
20 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 left onto Murfreesboro Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Murfreesboro Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
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
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under two hours, this is a straightforward drive from Waynesboro to Franklin, so there's no need to split it. You can comfortably complete this trip in a single day, leaving you with plenty of flexibility for departure time. Given the relatively short distance, you'll want to keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the highway stretches on I-65, as the estimated cost is $13. Consider an early morning departure to avoid any potential traffic as you approach Franklin, and you likely won't need more than one brief stop for gas or a stretch.
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 42.6 miles from Waynesboro, TN, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.3 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 19 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.6 miles or 58m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Waynesboro, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Waynesboro, TN
This is one driving day of about 85.2 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Waynesboro, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Lawrenceburg Highway for about 30.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.6 mi from Waynesboro, TN · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.6 miles from Waynesboro, 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
$13.32 one way
$26.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.62 | $29.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.40 | $32.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.81 | $37.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
| Efficient EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.93 | $5.45 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Afternoon in Franklin on Friday
Local time
4:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Mount Pleasant, TN
43 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 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 48m 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 Waynesboro, TN to Franklin, TN covers 85.2 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lawrenceburg Highway, I 65, United States Route 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.6 miles from Waynesboro, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.32 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 48m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hill Street): Navigation decision point; at 63 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 63.3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Waynesboro, TN to Franklin, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Franklin, TN
More from Waynesboro, TN
More trips to Franklin, TN
Explore more options from Waynesboro, TN or browse trips ending in Franklin, TN.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TN road trips.