Origin
Erin, TN
Late night in Erin on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Erin, TN to Franklin, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
65.1 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Erin, TN
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Franklin, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Erin to Franklin, Tennessee, you are in for a 65.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $10 for fuel should cover your transit across this Southeast corridor. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, you will avoid the high-speed monotony of the interstate system. This is a straightforward, practical connection between two Tennessee communities that offers a departure from typical highway travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.6 miles from Erin, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Creek Road | 14.1 mi | 24m |
| State Highway 96 | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| I 40 | 9.2 mi | 9m |
| East Main Street | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Fairview Boulevard | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| TN 49 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Highway 96 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| SR 46 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Yellow Creek Road
— 14.1 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erin, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on Spring Street
7 ft
·
2 sec
·
Spring Street
2
Turn right onto SR 49
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on TN 49
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
TN 49
4
Turn right onto SR 46
14 mi
·
24 min
·
Yellow Creek Road
5
Continue on SR 46
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Pond Road
6
Turn left onto US 70
264 ft
·
7 sec
·
West College Street
7
Continue on US 70 Business
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West College Street
8
Turn right onto SR 46
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 46
Use the left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 40
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 40
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward Primary SR 96: Fairview, Franklin
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto TN 96
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Highway 96
13
Merge onto SR 96; SR 100
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Fairview Boulevard
14
Take the exit
292 ft
·
8 sec
15
Turn right onto TN 96
12 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 96
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on Bridge Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bridge Street
17
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
3rd Avenue North
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
174 ft
·
2 sec
·
Public Square
19
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1.5-hour trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the duration is manageable in one go. Keep in mind that because the route consists entirely of local roads, you should factor in extra time if you encounter slow-moving traffic or local transit patterns. Given the turn-heavy profile of the path, ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent steering adjustments. Your best bet is to check your GPS before departing to stay current on any local road conditions along your specific path.
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 32.6 miles from Erin, TN, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.1 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 14 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.6 miles or 54m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Erin, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Erin, TN
This is one driving day of about 65.1 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Erin, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Yellow Creek Road for about 14.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from Erin, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 28.7 and 65 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
28.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
SR 46
Turn right onto SR 46
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
33.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
42.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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
5
53 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
TN 96 / State Highway 96
Turn right onto TN 96 / State Highway 96
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
|
3rd Avenue North
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.18 one way
$20.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.17 | $22.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.53 | $25.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.37 | $28.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.84 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.70 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.11 | $4.17 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Burns, TN
33 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 34m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Donelson National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on Sunday, February 16, 1862. The Union victory at Fort Donels...
17 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
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 65.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight-line interstate sprint, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through local thoroughfares including East Main Street, Yellow Creek Road, and Pond Road. While there is no long-distance highway cruising, the road requires your full attention due to its winding, technical nature. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment is 0 miles on East Main Street. Prepare for a more engaged, hands-on driving experience that focuses on local navigation.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.1 mi on Yellow Creek Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 28.7 miles in near SR 46.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 28.7 miles (SR 46): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Erin, TN to Franklin, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Primary Sr 96: Fairview along the way.
Primary Sr 96: Fairview
42.8 mi in
|
~1h 6m
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 1h 34m. Total distance: 65.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.1 miles on Yellow Creek Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 28.7 miles (SR 46): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Donelson National Battlefield and Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Franklin, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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