Origin
White House, TN
Night in White House on Sunday
Local time
11:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from White House, TN to Hendersonville, TN
Drive Time
26m
Distance
13.3 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
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6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White House, TN
Ramaz Bluashvili
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between White House and Hendersonville, this 13.3-mile journey is a straightforward commute across Tennessee. You can easily complete the trip in about 26 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. Since the route relies entirely on local roads like Tyree Springs Road South, New Hope Road, and New Shackle Island Road, you won't encounter any interstate travel. Budgeting is simple, as you should expect to spend around $2 on fuel for the entire distance. This drive is best viewed as a practical connection between two Southeast communities rather than a major road trip destination.
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
6.6 miles from White House, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the route has a zero-percent highway share, you will be navigating surface streets for the duration of your 13.3-mile transit. You will find that there is no long-distance cruising, as the longest uninterrupted stretch is zero miles on Tyree Springs Road South. The road's personality is defined by constant changes in direction rather than monotonous, high-speed stretches. Navigating these local roads provides a different experience than a standard interstate trek, keeping you engaged as you transition between these two Tennessee towns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tyree Springs Road South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from White House, TN to Hendersonville, TN is easy. At 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from White House, TN to Hendersonville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tyree Springs Road South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| New Hope Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| New Shackle Island Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wessington Place | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old Shackle Island Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Walton Ferry Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Tyree Springs Road South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White House, TN and Hendersonville, TN.
1
Start on Portland Road
459 ft
·
11 sec
·
Portland Road
2
Turn right onto Tyree Springs Road South
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Tyree Springs Road South
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto New Hope Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
New Hope Road
4
Continue on New Shackle Island Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
New Shackle Island Road
5
Continue on New Shackle Island Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
New Shackle Island Road
6
Turn left onto Wessington Place
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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Wessington Place
7
Turn right onto Old Shackle Island Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Shackle Island Road
8
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
131 ft
·
8 sec
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West Main Street
9
Turn right onto Walton Ferry Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
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Walton Ferry Road
10
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 26-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for mid-trip stops since the distance is quite manageable, allowing you to head straight to your destination without unnecessary breaks. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert at every intersection rather than relying on autopilot. Given the low $2 fuel cost, you don't need to worry about complex gas planning before you set off. My best tip for this specific route is to double-check your navigation before leaving White House, as the reliance on local roads like New Shackle Island Road involves multiple turns that are easy to miss if you aren't paying close attention.
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 6.6 miles from White House, TN, or about 13m into the drive.
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 13.3 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.6 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
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 White House, 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 White House, TN
This is one driving day of about 13.3 miles and 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from White House, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.6 mi from White House, TN · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.6 miles from White House, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$2.02 one way
$4.04 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.23 | $4.45 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.95 | $5.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.16 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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 Sunday
Local time
11:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
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
26m 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 White House, TN to Hendersonville, TN covers 13.3 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tyree Springs Road South, New Hope Road, New Shackle Island Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from White House, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.02 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.
The drive from White House, TN to Hendersonville, TN is easy. At 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from White House, TN to Hendersonville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from White House, TN to Hendersonville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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