If you are planning a trip from Bartlett to Brighton, expect a journey covering 222.3 miles that typically takes 4 hours and 36 minutes to complete. This drive is designed as a single-day excursion, making it an efficient way to travel across the Southeast. You will rely primarily on US 64 and Wayne Road to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, the route is relatively affordable for a solo driver or a small group. Because the trip is straightforward, you do not need to worry about booking overnight accommodations unless you prefer a more leisurely pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
111.1 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 26m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
136.4 mi
2h 50m
United States Route 64
44.4 mi
50m
Wayne Road
31.1 mi
35m
Stage Road
6.4 mi
11m
Howell Hill Road
1.4 mi
3m
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
0.8 mi
<1m
West College Street
0.7 mi
<1m
Flintville Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 136.4 mi, about 2h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Brighton, TN.
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Start on TN 15
6.4 mi·11 min·Stage Road
Use the left lane.
2
Continue on US 64
72 mi·1 hr 29 min·US 64
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto US 64
20 mi·30 min·US 64
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Water Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Water Street
5
Turn left onto TN 128
344 ft·12 sec·Pickwick Street South
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Turn right onto US 64; SR 69; SR 128
0.1 mi·20 sec·Main Street
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Continue on US 64; SR 128
31 mi·35 min·Wayne Road
8
Continue on US 64
0.8 mi·52 sec·Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
9
Continue on US 64
44 mi·50 min·United States Route 64
10
Continue on US 64
0.7 mi·48 sec·West College Street
11
Continue on US 64
44 mi·50 min·US 64
12
Turn right onto SR 275
0.5 mi·54 sec·Flintville Road
13
Turn right onto Howell Hill Road
1.4 mi·3 min·Howell Hill Road
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Arrive at destination
Howell Hill Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 36-minute journey, plan for at least one strategic stop to break up the drive. Since the route is heavily reliant on US 64, keep an eye on traffic patterns along this major corridor before you head out. Leaving early in the day is your best bet to avoid peak congestion and maintain a smooth flow. Since you only have one planned stop, ensure your vehicle is fueled up for the 222.3-mile distance to keep your $33 budget on track. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as the manageable duration allows you to depart whenever it best suits your schedule.
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 111.1 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.4 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 49 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.1 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brighton, 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 222.3 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 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 US 64 for about 136.4 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 0 and 99.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|TN 15 / Stage Road
Depart onto TN 15 / Stage Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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78.7 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 64
Turn left onto US 64
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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99.2 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|Water Street
Turn right onto Water Street
Navigation decision point
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99.6 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|TN 128 / Pickwick Street South
Turn left onto TN 128 / Pickwick Street South
Navigation decision point
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99.6 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|US 64; SR 69; SR 128 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 64; SR 69; SR 128 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.75 one way
$69.51 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$38.16
$76.32
premium
$4.89
$42.78
$85.56
diesel
$5.61
$49.08
$98.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.7
0
$23.34
$10.67
Efficient EV
55.6
0
$19.45
$8.89
EV Truck/SUV
88.9
1
$31.12
$14.23
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning
in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
8:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brighton, TN
Morning
in Brighton on Sunday
Local time
8:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
25 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 36m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 81% of your time spent on major routes. You will settle into a steady rhythm on US 64, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 136.4 miles. Because the majority of the trip is on high-speed roads, you can expect a consistent pace rather than frequent stops or technical maneuvers. The transition between these highway sections and local roads like Wayne Road provides a clear shift in environment as you approach Brighton. It is a practical route for those who prefer steady cruising over winding backroads.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 136.4 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and United States Route 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TN 15 / Stage Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 36m 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: near the start (TN 15 / Stage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.7 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 222.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 136.4 miles on US 64. 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: near the start (TN 15 / Stage Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.7 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here; at 99.2 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Brighton, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
