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Trip from Bartlett, TN to LaFollette, TN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 24m

Distance

386.3 mi

622 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$60

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
7h 15m ★
6 AM
7h 25m
8 AM
7h 46m
10 AM
7h 32m
12 PM
7h 30m
3 PM
7h 33m
5 PM
7h 45m
8 PM
7h 19m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bartlett, TN

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city in Campbell County, Tennessee, United States of America

LaFollette, TN

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Trip Overview

Spanning 386.3 miles across Tennessee, this trek from Bartlett to LaFollette typically takes about 7 hours and 24 minutes of driving time. Because it is a significant distance for a single day, you should plan on dedicating one full day to complete the journey. You will primarily navigate via the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, I-40, and Harriman Highway, making it a straightforward, mixed-style drive. Budget roughly $59 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will remain in a consistent geographic climate throughout the trip, though the transition from the western side of the state to the eastern mountains offers a noticeable shift in landscape.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

193.1 miles from Bartlett, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway 189.2 mi 3h 24m
I 40 137 mi 2h 28m
Harriman Highway 9.6 mi 10m
Briceville Highway 9 mi 18m
Frost Bottom Road 7.2 mi 12m
US 27 6.8 mi 7m
Stage Road 5.8 mi 10m
I 75 5.4 mi 6m
Longest stretch: Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway — 189.2 mi, about 3h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, TN and LaFollette, 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

189 mi · 3 hr 24 min · Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Exit 208A Toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5

Merge onto I 40; I 65

2.4 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Continue on I 40

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Downtown Loop
Exit 211B; 211A Toward I 24 West, I 40 East, I 24 East: Clarksville, Louisville, Knoxville, Chattanooga Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

137 mi · 2 hr 28 min · I 40
Exit 211A Toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward US 27: Harriman, Rockwood
9

Keep slight right at fork

335 ft · 8 sec
10

Merge onto US 27

6.8 mi · 7 min · US 27
11

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 61

9.6 mi · 10 min · Harriman Highway
12

Continue on SR 61

1.2 mi · 1 min · West Tri County Boulevard
13

Turn right onto SR 330

447 ft · 10 sec · Winter Gap Road
14

Turn left onto SR 330

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Railroad Avenue
15

Continue on SR 330

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Main Street
16

Turn left onto SR 330

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Spring Street
17

Continue on SR 330

0.5 mi · 1 min · Walden Avenue
18

Continue on SR 330

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Dutch Valley Road
19

Turn left onto SR 330

7.2 mi · 12 min · Frost Bottom Road
20

Continue on SR 116

5.2 mi · 9 min · Briceville Highway
21

Continue on SR 116

234 ft · 6 sec · Briceville Highway
22

Continue on SR 116

3.8 mi · 9 min · Briceville Highway
23

At end of road, turn left onto US 25W; SR 116

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
24

Take the ramp onto I 75; US 25W

5.4 mi · 6 min · I 75; US 25W
Toward Louisville
25

Take the exit onto US 25W

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US 25W
Toward US 25W North, TN 63 East: Caryville, Jacksboro, La Follette
26

Keep slight right at fork onto US 25W

239 ft · 5 sec · US 25W
27

Merge onto US 25W; TN 63

3.7 mi · 4 min · West Central Avenue
28

Continue on US 25W; SR 63

3.3 mi · 5 min · Jacksboro Pike
29

Continue on US 25W; SR 63

0.3 mi · 19 sec · Jackson Pike
30

Continue on US 25W; SR 63

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Central Avenue
31

Arrive at destination

SR 63

Trip Plan

To tackle this 7 hour and 24 minute trip efficiently, aim for an early morning departure to avoid traffic congestion. You should plan for at least two designated stops along the way to break up the drive and manage your fuel budget, which averages $59. Since the route involves a significant 189.2-mile stretch on the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, ensure your vehicle is prepped for a long period of sustained highway speeds before you leave Bartlett. Staying flexible with your timing is a major advantage for this trip, so keep an eye on your odometer to pace your two stops effectively. By scheduling your breaks strategically, you can maintain your energy levels until you reach your final destination in LaFollette.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 193.1 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 3h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 189.2 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 85 miles or 1h 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 193.1 miles or 3h 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 58m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near LaFollette, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bartlett, TN

This is one driving day of about 386.3 miles and 7h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Bartlett, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway for about 189.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Macon County, Tennessee, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lafayette, TN

193 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Mount Carmel, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Nashville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 193.1 miles from Bartlett, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 189.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Marco's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bartlett, Tennessee

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+19012664676

Visit website

The Café at Thistle Farms

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashville, Tennessee

1 mi

Park Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashville, Tennessee

1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

The Loading Dock Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashville, Tennessee

2.5 mi

Marco's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Bartlett, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+19012664676

Visit website

The Café at Thistle Farms

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 193.1

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+16159536440

Visit website

Park Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 193.1

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16153834409

Visit website

Centennial Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 193.1

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 5 am–2 pm

+16159287148

Kingdom Café & Grill

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 193.1

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+16156787582

Visit website

Fattoush Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 193.1

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+16153211667

Visit website

Midtown Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 193.1

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+16153207176

Visit website

NAM KING RESTAURANT

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19013734411

Visit website

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

The Loading Dock Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 193.1

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16156518154

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19013732800

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18665212658

Visit website

IKEA Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18668167584

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Bartlett, Tennessee

+18333994638

Visit website

The Picnic Cafe & Party Catering

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 193.1

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16152975398

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.1 and 198.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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.
9
195.3 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 208A Toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsv...
5
195.6 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in | I 40; I 65 / Downtown Loop

Merge onto I 40; I 65 / Downtown Loop

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
198 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in | I 40 / Downtown Loop

Continue onto I 40 / Downtown Loop toward I 24 West, I 40 East, I 24 East: Clarksville, Louisville, Knoxville, Chattanooga

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 211B; 211A Toward I 24 West, I 40 East, I 24 East: Clarksv...
9
198.5 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 211A Toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattan...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$60.39 one way

$120.79 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 135 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $66.31 $132.62
premium $4.89 $74.34 $148.68
diesel $5.61 $85.29 $170.58

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$60

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 135.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 115.9 1 $40.56 $18.54
Efficient EV 96.6 1 $33.80 $15.45
EV Truck/SUV 154.5 1 $54.08 $24.72

Gas CO2

135 kg

EV CO2

45 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

9:45 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

LaFollette, TN

Night in LaFollette on Saturday

Local time

10:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Lafayette, TN

193 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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

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

7h 24m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this route is a mix of high-speed interstate travel and local highway driving. With only 39% of the trip spent on major highways, you will encounter a diverse range of road conditions throughout the 386.3-mile journey. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 189.2 miles along the Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, which serves as the primary backbone of your transit. As you transition away from the interstate portions, the drive shifts into more localized segments on the Harriman Highway. This blend keeps the driving experience engaging rather than monotonous, requiring you to adjust your focus as road types change from open stretches to secondary routes.

39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 189.2 mi on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 386.3 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 195.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 195.6 miles (I 40; I 65 / Downtown Loop): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 LaFollette, TN, road signs point toward Huntsville, Louisville, Knoxville, Chattanooga and Rockwood.

Huntsville

195.3 mi in | ~3h 35m

Louisville

198 mi in | ~3h 39m | via I 40

Knoxville

198 mi in | ~3h 39m | via I 40

Chattanooga

198 mi in | ~3h 39m | via I 40

Rockwood

335.5 mi in | ~6h 8m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 24m. Total distance: 386.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 189.2 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.

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 LaFollette, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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 195.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 195.6 miles (I 40; I 65 / Downtown Loop): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.4 hours each way, a round trip means 14.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at LaFollette, TN before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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