This 399-mile journey from Bartlett, TN to Maynardville, TN covers a significant distance, taking approximately 7 hours and 29 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway and I-40, with a final stretch on Maynardville Pike, this route offers a mixed driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of $62 and two recommended stops, it's certainly doable as a single-day trip, though you may appreciate a more relaxed pace. The drive remains within the Southeast region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout your travels.
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
199.5 miles from Bartlett, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway
189.2 mi
3h 24m
I 40
173.8 mi
3h 9m
Maynardville Pike
8.7 mi
13m
Maynardville Highway
8.2 mi
12m
Knoxville Bypass
6.3 mi
7m
Stage Road
5.8 mi
10m
Downtown Loop
2.9 mi
4m
North Broadway
2.7 mi
4m
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 Maynardville, 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
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 208AToward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, HuntsvilleUse 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; 211AToward I 24 West, I 40 East, I 24 East: Clarksville, Louisville, Knoxville, ChattanoogaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
174 mi·3 hr 9 min·I 40
Exit 211AToward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, ChattanoogaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
6.3 mi·7 min·Knoxville Bypass
Exit 385Toward I 75 North, I 640 East: LexingtonUse the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward US 441: Old Broadway, BroadwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 441
2.7 mi·4 min·North Broadway
11
Continue on US 441
8.7 mi·13 min·Maynardville Pike
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on SR 33
5.4 mi·8 min·Maynardville Highway
13
Continue on SR 33; SR 61; SR 144
0.3 mi·27 sec·Main Street
14
Continue on SR 33; SR 61
2.8 mi·4 min·Maynardville Highway
15
Turn right onto Mulberry Avenue
0.1 mi·28 sec·Mulberry Avenue
16
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street
157 ft·4 sec·Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 399-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight hours. With two stops planned, you can strategically break up the roughly 7.5-hour journey, perhaps using I-40 for a more direct push and then adjusting your pace on local roads. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the longer stretches, and be aware that the fuel cost is estimated at $62. A specific tip for this route: factor in potential traffic near Memphis as you begin on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway.
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 199.5 miles from Bartlett, TN, or about 3h 40m 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 88 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 199.5 miles or 3h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maynardville, 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 399 miles and 7h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 88 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.
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 378.6 — 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.
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...
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...
9
372.3 mi into trip|~6h 49m in|I 75 / Knoxville Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 / Knoxville Bypass toward I 75 North, I 640 East: Lexington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 385
Toward I 75 North, I 640 East: Lexington
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378.6 mi into trip|~6h 57m in
Take the exit toward US 441: Old Broadway, Broadway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 441: Old Broadway, Broadway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$62.38 one way
$124.76 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg140 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$68.49
$136.98
premium
$4.89
$76.78
$153.57
diesel
$5.61
$88.09
$176.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 139.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
119.7
1
$41.89
$19.15
Efficient EV
99.8
1
$34.91
$15.96
EV Truck/SUV
159.6
1
$55.86
$25.54
Gas CO2
140 kg
EV CO2
47 kg (66% 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
Evening
in Bartlett on Saturday
Local time
8:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maynardville, TN
Night
in Maynardville on Saturday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Lafayette, TN
200 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
17 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 29m 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.
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...
21 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 220.1
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 399
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 44% of it on highways. You'll experience a significant 189.2-mile stretch on Isaac Hayes Memorial Highway, offering a more continuous journey before merging onto I-40. As you progress, the road will transition, offering a blend of faster highway speeds and potentially more varied local road conditions as you approach Maynardville Pike. This variety means you'll encounter different driving environments throughout the 7-hour and 29-minute trip.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 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?
8/10
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 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 399 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 198.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Maynardville, TN, road signs point toward Huntsville, Louisville, Knoxville, Chattanooga and Broadway.
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
Broadway
378.6 mi in|~6h 57m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 29m. Total distance: 399 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 29m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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 Maynardville, 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 198.5 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 15.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Maynardville, TN before the return drive.
