Benton, TN Road Trips
With 3 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Benton, TN works well as a modest departure point in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 48-mile quick runs to 186-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Benton, TN head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
382.1 mi
Memphis, TN
Quickest Drive
1h 1m
Chattanooga, TN
Plan Around Benton, TN
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Benton, TN is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Benton, TN
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Benton, TN
Driving from Benton, TN
Expect an average of 137 miles and about 2h 42m behind the wheel when leaving Benton, TN. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 186 miles (3h 35m), while the shortest is just 48 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Benton, TN most often head toward Johnson City, TN (185.7 mi, 3h 35m), Nashville, TN (178.6 mi, 3h 31m), and Chattanooga, TN (47.6 mi, 1h 1m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TN currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 137-mile trip from Benton, TN, budget about $20 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Benton, TN and 3 routes heading into Benton, TN, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 48 to 186 miles.
The longest mapped route from Benton, TN covers 186 miles and takes approximately 3h 35m. Shorter options start at just 48 miles.
The average route from Benton, TN runs about 137 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 42m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 137-mile trip from Benton, TN costs roughly $20 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Benton, TN include Johnson City, TN, Nashville, TN and Chattanooga, TN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Benton, TN by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,349
Median Income
$35,000
Median Home Value
$167,700
Median Age
38.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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