Origin
East Brainerd, TN
Morning in East Brainerd on Sunday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Brainerd, TN to Spring Hill, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
99.7 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Brainerd, TN
Kelly
Spring Hill, TN
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Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 99.7-mile journey from East Brainerd, TN, to Spring Hill, TN, a drive that typically takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes. This route is firmly rooted in the Southeast region, staying within Tennessee for its entirety. With 87% of the drive on highways, it’s a quick and efficient trip, making it perfectly suited for a single day. The estimated fuel cost for this excursion is around $16, reflecting its manageable distance. Consider this a practical, no-fuss drive for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.9 miles from East Brainerd, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 87.2 mi | 1h 35m |
| Lovell Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| East Brainerd Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Mehaffey Road | 1.4 mi | 5m |
| Ball Camp Byington Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Byington Beaver Ridge Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Copper Ridge Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| Graysville Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 87.2 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Brainerd, TN and Spring Hill, TN.
1
Start on Iris Drive
479 ft
·
28 sec
·
Iris Drive
2
Turn left onto Graysville Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Graysville Road
3
Turn left onto SR 320
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Brainerd Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 75 North: Knoxville
5
Merge onto I 75
87 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Secondary SR 131: Lovell Road
7
Turn left onto SR 131
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Lovell Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto SR 131
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Middlebrook Pike
9
Continue on SR 131
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Ball Camp Byington Road
10
Continue on SR 131
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ball Camp Byington Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto SR 131
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Byington Solway Road
12
Turn slight left onto SR 131
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Byington Beaver Ridge Road
13
Continue on SR 131
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Beaver Ridge Road
14
Turn right onto SR 131
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Emory Road
15
Turn left onto Copper Ridge Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Copper Ridge Road
16
Continue on Mehaffey Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Mehaffey Road
17
Continue on Mehaffey Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Mehaffey Road
18
Turn left onto Gade Lane
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Gade Lane
19
Arrive at destination
Gade Lane
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this trip is easily accomplished in a single day. Aim for an early departure to maximize daylight and potentially avoid any moderate traffic as you approach Spring Hill. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan to take a brief break around the halfway point if needed, perhaps utilizing an interstate rest area. With 87.2 miles of uninterrupted highway driving on I-75, ensure you have your preferred audio entertainment ready. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $16.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.9 miles from East Brainerd, TN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.2 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.9 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Hill, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Brainerd, 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 East Brainerd, TN
This is one driving day of about 99.7 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from East Brainerd, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 87.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.9 miles from East Brainerd, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.2 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 95.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Graysville Road
Turn left onto Graysville Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
90.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward Secondary SR 131: Lovell Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Secondary SR 131: Lovell Road
6
90.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
SR 131 / Lovell Road
Turn left onto SR 131 / Lovell Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
95.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
|
SR 131 / Byington Solway Road
At end of road, turn right onto SR 131 / Byington Solway Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.59 one way
$31.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.11 | $34.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.19 | $38.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.01 | $44.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.47 | $4.79 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.72 | $3.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.96 | $6.38 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Spring Hill, TN
Morning in Spring Hill on Sunday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Luttrell, TN
50 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
35 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
2h 5m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 87% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 87.2 miles primarily on I-75, offering a consistent pace for most of your journey. While Lovell Road and East Brainerd Road will bookend your travel with more local road segments, the bulk of your time will be spent on the interstate. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal deviations from fast-paced travel, ideal for covering ground efficiently.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 87.2 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Lovell Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Graysville Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 5m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Graysville Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 99.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 87.2 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Graysville Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spring Hill, TN before heading back.
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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