Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.1 mi
16 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eagleville, TN
Kelly
Patterson, TN
Kelly
This quick 10.1-mile drive from Eagleville, TN to Patterson, TN will only take about 18 minutes, making it a perfect, easy addition to any day trip. As a local drive with no highway miles, expect a more intimate experience with the Tennessee landscape. With a low estimated fuel cost of just $2, this trip is incredibly budget-friendly. Since it's such a short distance, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; you can easily complete this journey in a single day. The route stays within the Southeast region of Tennessee, offering a consistent feel throughout.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Patterson Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Horton Highway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Eagleville, TN and Patterson, TN.
Start on US 41A
Turn straight onto US 31A; US 41A
Turn right onto Patterson Road
Arrive at destination
1 decision points cluster around mile 6.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Patterson Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.68 one way
$3.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.83 | $3.66 |
| premium | $5.18 | $2.06 | $4.12 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $2.13 | $4.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Eagleville on Wednesday
Local time
7:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Sunny
Destination
Evening in Patterson on Wednesday
Local time
7:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily local roads, including North Main Street, Patterson Road, and Horton Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.8 miles along North Main Street. This kind of driving experience means you'll be making frequent adjustments, offering a good feel for the local terrain as you go.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in near Patterson Road.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Eagleville, TN to Patterson, TN is easy. At 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 6.8 miles (Patterson Road): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
154 ft
Total Descent
165 ft
Highest Point
771 ft
Elevation Range
64 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 10.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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