Skip to main content

Lakeland, TN Road Trips

Drivers starting from Lakeland, TN have 1 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 215-mile quick runs to 215-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Lakeland, TN head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

7

Longest Drive

473.4 mi

Johnson City, TN

Quickest Drive

3h 57m

City of Murfreesboro, TN

Plan Around Lakeland, TN

Continue From Lakeland, TN

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Trips from Lakeland, TN

Driving from Lakeland, TN

Expect an average of 215 miles and about 3h 57m behind the wheel when leaving Lakeland, TN. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 215 miles (3h 57m), while the shortest is just 215 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Lakeland, TN most often head toward City of Murfreesboro, TN (215.3 mi, 3h 57m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in TN currently averages around $3.82 per gallon. For the typical 215-mile trip from Lakeland, TN, budget about $32 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 1 mapped routes leaving Lakeland, TN and 6 routes heading into Lakeland, TN, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 215 to 215 miles.

The longest mapped route from Lakeland, TN covers 215 miles and takes approximately 3h 57m. Shorter options start at just 215 miles.

The average route from Lakeland, TN runs about 215 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 57m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.82/gallon for regular), the average 215-mile trip from Lakeland, TN costs roughly $32 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Lakeland, TN include City of Murfreesboro, TN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Lakeland, TN by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

14,068

Median Income

$113,843

Median Home Value

$373,800

Median Age

39.5

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Trips to Lakeland, TN

Nearby Hubs

Other cities within driving distance of Lakeland, TN that also have route pages.

Escape Planner

Where to go from Lakeland, TN?

Curated day trips, weekend getaways, and overnight routes — grouped by how much time you have and the kind of trip you want.

Drives from Lakeland, TN in your inbox

Monthly note with new routes, weekend drive ideas, and seasonal picks for TN. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Browse more TN road trips or choose a route from Lakeland, TN above.