This 190.7-mile drive from Bartlett, TN to Belle Meade, TN is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated around $30, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. You'll navigate primarily via Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway and Stage Road, with a portion on Memphis-Bristol Highway, though this route has no interstate segments. The journey is characterized by frequent turns, offering a more engaged driving experience than a typical highway cruise. Given its manageable duration and distance, it’s perfectly suited for a day trip within the Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.4 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
177.8 mi
3h 11m
Stage Road
5.8 mi
10m
Memphis-Bristol Highway
3.7 mi
6m
Harding Pike
1.9 mi
3m
Harding Place
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 177.8 mi, about 3h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Belle Meade, TN.
1
Start on TN 15
5.8 mi·10 min·Stage Road
2
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward Nashville
3
Merge onto I 40
178 mi·3 hr 11 min·Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 196Toward US 70S: Bellevue, Newsom StationUse the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
153 ft·3 sec
Toward Bellevue, Belle Meade PlantationUse the right lane.
6
Turn slight right onto US 70S
3.7 mi·6 min·Memphis-Bristol Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 70S
1.9 mi·3 min·Harding Pike
8
Turn right onto Harding Place
0.7 mi·1 min·Harding Place
9
At end of road, turn right onto Harding Place
0.2 mi·31 sec·Harding Place
10
Arrive at destination
Harding Place
Trip Plan
For this 3 hour and 35 minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially on the local roads. With only one recommended stop and a total distance of 190.7 miles, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Plan your fuel stops strategically, as the estimated $30 cost is based on the entire trip, and local roads might have fewer service stations than interstates. Pay close attention to road signs and your GPS, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means frequent adjustments are necessary. A specific tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the transitions between Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway and Stage Road, as these are key points where navigation can become more complex.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 95.4 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 177.8 miles.
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 42 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.4 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belle Meade, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bartlett, 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 Bartlett, TN
This is one driving day of about 190.7 miles and 3h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Bartlett, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway for about 177.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 190.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.8 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Nashville
5
6.1 mi into trip|~11m in|I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
183.9 mi into trip|~3h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 70S: Bellevue, Newsom Station
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 196
Toward US 70S: Bellevue, Newsom Station
9
184.2 mi into trip|~3h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Bellevue, Belle Meade Plantation
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Bellevue, Belle Meade Plantation
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190.5 mi into trip|~3h 34m in|Harding Place
At end of road, turn right onto Harding Place
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.81 one way
$59.63 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.73
$65.47
premium
$4.89
$36.70
$73.40
diesel
$5.61
$42.10
$84.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.2
0
$20.02
$9.15
Efficient EV
47.7
0
$16.69
$7.63
EV Truck/SUV
76.3
0
$26.70
$12.20
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bartlett, TN
Night
in Bartlett on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Belle Meade, TN
Night
in Belle Meade on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 35m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 190.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 190.7-mile journey, with a 0% highway share meaning you'll be on surface streets and local highways throughout. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 177.8 miles, primarily on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, before the road begins to break into more localized segments. This type of route suggests a more intimate connection with the landscape, passing through communities rather than bypassing them. You'll likely experience varied speed limits and a need for constant attention to navigation as you transition between different local roads.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 177.8 mi on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 35m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 183.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 35m. Total distance: 190.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 177.8 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 183.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Belle Meade, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
