Origin
Collierville, TN
Late night in Collierville on Sunday
Local time
1:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Collierville, TN to Franklin, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 42m
Distance
197.3 mi
317 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
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6 AM
3h 42m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 51m
12 PM
3h 48m
3 PM
3h 52m
5 PM
4h 6m
8 PM
3h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collierville, TN
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Franklin, TN
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Trip Overview
This 197.3-mile journey from Collierville, TN to Franklin, TN is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 42 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated at $31. The route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel as you travel through Tennessee. With 95% of the drive on highways, it's designed for efficient travel. This trip is ideal as a one-day excursion, making it a convenient option for a weekend getaway or a quick relocation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
98.6 miles from Collierville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 156.2 mi | 2h 47m |
| Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| State Highway 96 | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| Fairview Boulevard | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| Highway 96 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| East Poplar Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 156.2 mi, about 2h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collierville, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on North Rowlett Street
321 ft
·
19 sec
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North Rowlett Street
2
Turn right onto North Center Street
246 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Center Street
3
Turn right onto East Mulberry Street
382 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Mulberry Street
4
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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North Main Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto TN 57
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Poplar Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on TN 57
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
TN 57
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
8
Merge onto I 269
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway
9
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
11
Merge onto I 40
156 mi
·
2 hr 47 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward Primary SR 96: Fairview, Franklin
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto TN 96
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 96
14
Merge onto SR 96; SR 100
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Fairview Boulevard
15
Take the exit
292 ft
·
8 sec
16
Turn right onto TN 96
12 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 96
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on Bridge Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bridge Street
18
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
3rd Avenue North
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
174 ft
·
2 sec
·
Public Square
20
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour, 42-minute duration, starting your drive in Collierville in the morning will allow you to reach Franklin with plenty of daylight. Plan for one stop along the way, perhaps after the initial 156.2-mile stretch on I-40, to refuel and stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $31, so factor that into your budget. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, be mindful of potential traffic as you approach the Nashville metropolitan area, which is near your destination.
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 98.6 miles from Collierville, TN, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.2 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 43 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.6 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Collierville, 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 Collierville, TN
This is one driving day of about 197.3 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Collierville, 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 I 40 for about 156.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 98.6 miles from Collierville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 156.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 197.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Center Street
Turn right onto North Center Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Mulberry Street
Turn right onto East Mulberry Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
174.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward Primary SR 96: Fairview, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Primary SR 96: Fairview, Franklin
7
197.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
|
3rd Avenue North
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.85 one way
$61.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $33.87 | $67.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $37.97 | $75.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.56 | $87.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.72 | $9.47 |
| Efficient EV | 49.3 | 0 | $17.26 | $7.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 78.9 | 0 | $27.62 | $12.63 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Destination
Franklin, TN
Late night in Franklin on Sunday
Local time
1:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 10 mph
62% chance
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
27 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
3h 42m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
Free
near mile 197.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route will see you spending 95% of your time on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch clocks in at 156.2 miles, mostly on I-40, meaning you'll experience significant periods of consistent speed. You'll transition to Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway and State Highway 96, which may offer a slight change of pace but maintain a highway feel. This drive is built for covering ground efficiently, with limited deviations from the main thoroughfares.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 156.2 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Center Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 197.3 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 0.1 miles (North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Mulberry Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Collierville, TN to Franklin, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Primary Sr 96: Fairview along the way.
Primary Sr 96: Fairview
174.9 mi in
|
~3h 13m
About the Cities
Arriving in Franklin, TN
Full guide →Franklin is a city of 81,000 people (2018) in Tennessee, just a few miles south of Nashville. There are two main areas of interest. One is the Cool Springs area, which is identified by its corporate and retail growth surrounding one of the largest malls in the Southeast, the CoolSprings Galleria. The other is historic downtown Franklin which retains much of its small town charm. It is a walkable, friendly historic downtown district, recognized as a Great American Main Street.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 42m. Total distance: 197.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 156.2 miles on I 40. 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 Franklin, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Mulberry Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue): 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 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Franklin, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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