Rutledge, TN Road Trips
Drivers starting from Rutledge, TN have 3 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Southeast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 270 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Rutledge, TN head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
424.1 mi
New South Memphis, TN
Quickest Drive
3h 57m
Nashville, TN
Plan Around Rutledge, TN
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Rutledge, TN
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Rutledge, TN
Driving from Rutledge, TN
The typical drive from Rutledge, TN covers about 270 miles and takes around 5h. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 340 miles (6h 16m), while the shortest is just 212 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Rutledge, TN are Jackson, TN (340.4 mi, 6h 16m), Clarksville, TN (257.2 mi, 4h 48m), and Nashville, TN (212.3 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 270-mile trip from Rutledge, TN, budget about $40 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. 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 3 mapped routes leaving Rutledge, TN and 5 routes heading into Rutledge, TN, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 212 to 340 miles.
The longest mapped route from Rutledge, TN covers 340 miles and takes approximately 6h 16m. Shorter options start at just 212 miles.
The average route from Rutledge, TN runs about 270 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.82/gallon for regular), the average 270-mile trip from Rutledge, TN costs roughly $40 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Rutledge, TN include Jackson, TN, Clarksville, TN and Nashville, TN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Rutledge, TN by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,521
Median Income
$41,000
Median Home Value
$152,300
Median Age
49.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Rutledge, TN at a Glance
Founded
1798
Elevation
1,017 ft
Area
5 mi²
Notable People from Rutledge, TN
A sampling of people born in Rutledge, TN.
Robert Taylor Jones
1884–1958
American politician (1884-1958)
William Michael Cocke
1815–1896
1815-1896 American politician
City data from Wikidata (Q3239400), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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