Bartlett, TN to La Vergne, TN is 215.4 miles and takes about 4h 2m via Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway and I-24, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Tennessee, moving from the western part of the state towards the center. It's a manageable drive, primarily on surface roads, making it a good option if you prefer a less highway-intensive experience. Plan for a single day to cover the distance comfortably.
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
107.7 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
187.4 mi
3h 21m
I 24
11.6 mi
13m
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
7 mi
8m
Stage Road
5.8 mi
10m
Waldron Road
2 mi
4m
Parthenon Boulevard
0.1 mi
<1m
International Boulevard
<0.1 mi
<1m
Mason Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
— 187.4 mi, about 3h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and La Vergne, TN.
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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
187 mi·3 hr 21 min·Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·38 sec
Exit 206Toward I 440 East: KnoxvilleUse the slight right lane.
5
Continue on I 440
7.0 mi·8 min·Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·51 sec
Toward I 24 East: ChattanoogaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 24
12 mi·13 min·I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 64Toward Waldron Road, La VergneUse the right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
279 ft·6 sec
Toward La Vergne, Waldron RoadUse the right lane.
10
Turn slight right onto Waldron Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Waldron Road
11
Continue on Parthenon Boulevard
0.1 mi·20 sec·Parthenon Boulevard
12
Turn right onto International Boulevard
395 ft·22 sec·International Boulevard
13
Turn left onto Waldron Road
0.6 mi·2 min·Waldron Road
14
Turn right onto Mason Road
109 ft·4 sec·Mason Road
15
Arrive at destination
Mason Road
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of around 4 hours, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to give yourself ample time for any unscheduled stops or to simply enjoy the drive without feeling rushed. The route is primarily surface roads, so be prepared for varying speed limits and more frequent traffic signals, especially as you approach La Vergne. With only one recommended stop and a low fuel cost of approximately $38, this trip offers a lot of flexibility in your timing.
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 107.7 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.4 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 47 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.7 miles or 2h 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Vergne, 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 215.4 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 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 187.4 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.1 and 213.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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.
7
193.5 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward I 440 East: Knoxville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 206
Toward I 440 East: Knoxville
7
200.8 mi into trip|~3h 42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
8
213 mi into trip|~3h 56m in
Take the exit toward Waldron Road, La Vergne
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 64
Toward Waldron Road, La Vergne
9
213.1 mi into trip|~3h 56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward La Vergne, Waldron Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward La Vergne, Waldron Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.81 one way
$63.62 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$35.12
$70.23
premium
$4.72
$39.99
$79.99
diesel
$4.80
$40.67
$81.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.6
0
$22.62
$10.34
Efficient EV
53.9
0
$18.85
$8.62
EV Truck/SUV
86.2
1
$30.16
$13.79
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Bartlett, TN
Late night
in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
4:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Clear
SW 0 to 5 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
La Vergne, TN
Late night
in La Vergne on Sunday
Local time
4:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
0 mph15% chanceLive 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
4h 2m 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.
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 215.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly surface roads, with only about 9% on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 187.4 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway before transitioning to other roads. Expect a driving experience with more frequent intersections and potentially slower speeds as you navigate through various towns. The shift from highway cruising to surface street driving will be noticeable.
Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 187.4 mi on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 215.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 193.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 200.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Bartlett is a city in metropolitan Memphis, Tennessee. It has several buildings of historic interest, and a walkable Historic District". In 2018, the population of Bartlett was almost 60,000. The Trail of Tears runs along Stage Road through the city. It commemorates the forced relocations between 1830 and 1850 of approximately 60,000 Native Americans from their ancestral homelands in the Southeastern U.S. to areas west of the Mississippi River that had been designated as Indian Territory.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 2m. Total distance: 215.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 187.4 miles on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 24 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at La Vergne, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 24 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (I 40 / Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 193.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 200.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at La Vergne, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
