If you are planning a trip from Bartlett to Dyer, Tennessee, expect a straightforward journey covering 100.8 miles. You can comfortably complete this trip in about 2 hours and 1 minute, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $15 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast locations. Navigating this route involves a mix of the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, North Central Avenue, and the US 45 Bypass. Since the total transit time is quite manageable, there is no need to split this into an overnight stay. It serves as a reliable, practical connection for travelers looking to move efficiently between these points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.4 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
62.1 mi
1h 7m
North Central Avenue
12.9 mi
14m
US 45 Bypass
8.4 mi
11m
US 45W
6.2 mi
7m
Stage Road
5.8 mi
10m
South Main Street
2.1 mi
3m
Trenton Highway
1.4 mi
2m
Dyer Highway
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 62.1 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and Dyer, 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
62 mi·1 hr 7 min·Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward TrentonUse the right lane.
5
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
8.4 mi·11 min·US 45 Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 45W
6.2 mi·7 min·US 45W
7
Turn right onto US 45W
13 mi·14 min·North Central Avenue
8
Turn right onto North College Street
426 ft·8 sec·North College Street
9
Continue on Dyer Highway
1.4 mi·2 min·Dyer Highway
10
Continue on Trenton Highway
1.4 mi·2 min·Trenton Highway
11
Continue on South Main Street
2.1 mi·3 min·South Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
SR 185
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 100.8-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic congestion. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled into the route, you are free to pull over whenever you need a break, but be aware that the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes it feel longer than the clock suggests. Keep your fuel budget at $15 as a baseline, but remember to monitor your vehicle's efficiency on the non-highway portions. A smart tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway and the US 45 Bypass before you start. Staying alert during these road changes will ensure a much smoother experience as you navigate toward Dyer.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.4 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.1 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.4 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dyer, 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 100.8 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Bartlett, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway for about 62.1 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 83 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
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.
6
68.2 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Trenton
5
68.4 mi into trip|~1h 19m in|US 45 Bypass
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
83 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|US 45W / North Central Avenue
Turn right onto US 45W / North Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.76 one way
$31.52 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.30
$34.61
premium
$4.89
$19.40
$38.80
diesel
$5.61
$22.26
$44.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.2
0
$10.58
$4.84
Efficient EV
25.2
0
$8.82
$4.03
EV Truck/SUV
40.3
0
$14.11
$6.45
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Late night
in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Dyer, TN
Late night
in Dyer on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Jackson, TN
50 mi in
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
2 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
2h 1m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate slog, as only 14% of this journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating local roads, which gives the trip a more hands-on, engaging feel behind the wheel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 62.1 miles along the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. As you transition from the initial segments to the local stretches, the road character shifts, requiring more driver attention than a standard cruise-control highway route. This path offers a consistent, rhythmic pace that keeps you active throughout the two-hour drive.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.1 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 2h 1m drive. You will face about 6 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 68.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bartlett, TN and Dyer, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Trenton.
Nashville
5.8 mi in|~10m
Trenton
68.2 mi in|~1h 18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 100.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 62.1 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 68.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dyer, TN before heading back.
