Road Trips from Springfield, TN
Planning a weekend escape from Springfield, TN? You've got options ranging from quick hops to nearby towns to longer hauls across the state. With several destinations featuring parks like Stones River National Battlefield within a couple of hours, plus opportunities for longer drives on mostly highway routes, you can tailor your trip. Consider what matters most: a short drive to a park, or a longer journey to a major city.
Total Routes
10
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
3
Under 2 hours
6 total in this range
Nashville, TN
36m28.9 mi one way
This is your closest major city option, just 0.6 hours and 28.9 miles away. It offers a mixed highway and surface drive, and a good score of 8. It's a convenient day trip, especially if you want to visit Stones River National Battlefield, which is nearby.
Murfreesboro, TN
1h 13m60.6 mi one way
If you're looking for a bit more distance than Nashville but still want park access, this 1.2-hour, 60.6-mile drive is a good choice. The route is mostly highway with a drive score of 8. Like the Nashville trip, Stones River National Battlefield is a nearby park option.
Franklin, TN
59m49.8 mi one way
This 49.8-mile trip takes about 1 hour and scores an 8 for the drive. It's a mostly highway route, but lacks nearby park access, unlike some other options. It's a solid choice if city exploration is your priority.
Gallatin, TN
46m31 mi one way
At 31 miles and 0.8 hours, this is a quick drive with a drive score of 7. It's described as a highway-focused drive. This option doesn't feature nearby parks, making it suitable for a straightforward destination visit.
Cross Plains, TN
18m12.3 mi one way
This is your shortest option, a mere 12.3 miles and 0.3 hours away. It features a mixed highway and surface profile and a drive score of 7. It's an easy out-and-back for a quick change of scenery, but has no parks nearby.
Full-day getaway
Chattanooga, TN
3h159.2 mi one way
For a longer excursion, this 159.2-mile drive to Chattanooga takes about 3 hours. It’s mostly highway with a strong drive score of 8. You'll have access to Stones River National Battlefield, making it a good choice for a longer trip with a historical stop.
Jackson, TN
2h 53m153.7 mi one way
This 153.7-mile route to Jackson will take you about 2.9 hours. It’s primarily a highway drive with a drive score of 8. This is one of the longer options, suitable for a weekend getaway, though it doesn't list any specific parks.
Weekend trip
Memphis, TN
4h 24m236.7 mi one way
This is the longest drive on the list, covering 236.7 miles and taking approximately 4.4 hours. The route is mostly highway, earning a drive score of 8. If you're aiming for a substantial road trip to a major city, this is your best bet.
Bartlett, TN
4h 9m221.7 mi one way
At 221.7 miles and 4.2 hours, this route to Bartlett is another long-haul option. It's mostly highway with a drive score of 8. Similar to the Memphis trip, it's a significant drive focused on reaching a destination rather than park access.
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Nashville, TN
36m28.9 mi one way
Murfreesboro, TN
1h 13m60.6 mi one way
Chattanooga, TN
3h159.2 mi one way
Franklin, TN
59m49.8 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers pleasant driving conditions for all routes, especially those with nearby parks like Stones River National Battlefield.
Summer
The longer, mostly highway routes to cities like Memphis or Chattanooga are accessible in summer, though park visits might be best in cooler parts of the day.
Fall
Fall foliage could enhance the driving experience on any of these trips, particularly the longer ones through varied terrain.
Winter
Winter weather might impact the longer drives more, but shorter trips to nearby towns remain viable options.
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