Origin
Franklin, TN
Night in Franklin on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Franklin, TN to Camden, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
94.6 mi
152 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklin, TN
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Camden, TN
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Trip Overview
Franklin to Camden is 94.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 48 minutes via I 40 and US 641, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically Tennessee, making it a straightforward drive. You'll find yourself on mostly highway for this journey, which is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B. With a recommended single day for travel, you can expect a relatively quick and uncomplicated transit between these two Tennessee locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.3 miles from Franklin, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 55.4 mi | 59m |
| US 641 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| State Highway 96 | 11.8 mi | 15m |
| SR 96 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Highway 96 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| TN 96 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| US 70 Business | 1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 55.4 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, TN and Camden, TN.
1
Start on US 31 Business; TN 96
324 ft
·
5 sec
·
Public Square
2
Continue on US 31 Business; TN 96
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto US 431 Business; TN 96
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
5th Avenue North
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto TN 96
12 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 96
Use the left lane.
5
At end of road, turn left onto SR 96; SR 100
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 96; SR 100
6
Take the exit onto TN 96
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
TN 96
7
Continue on Highway 96
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 96
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
9
Merge onto I 40
55 mi
·
59 min
·
I 40
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 126
Toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
11
Keep slight right at fork
192 ft
·
4 sec
12
Merge onto US 641
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 641
13
Take the exit
511 ft
·
14 sec
14
Turn straight onto US 70 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70 Business
15
Turn left onto SR 69A; SR 191
490 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Forrest Avenue
16
Turn left onto West Walnut Street
106 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Walnut Street
17
Arrive at destination
West Walnut Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour 48 minutes, this trip is easily completed in a single day. You can depart anytime that suits your schedule, as there's no need to break up the 94.6 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 55.4-mile stretch on I 40, as services might be less frequent than on local roads. The estimated fuel cost is around $15, so plan accordingly before you set out from Franklin.
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 47.3 miles from Franklin, TN, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.4 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.3 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Camden, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Franklin, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Franklin, TN
This is one driving day of about 94.6 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Franklin, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 55.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.3 miles from Franklin, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 94.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 431 Business; TN 96 / 5th Avenue North
Turn right onto US 431 Business; TN 96 / 5th Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
TN 96 / State Highway 96
Turn left onto TN 96 / State Highway 96
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
78.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 126
Toward US 641: Camden, Paris, Parsons
5
78.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
94.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
West Walnut Street
Turn left onto West Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.79 one way
$29.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.24 | $32.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.20 | $36.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.89 | $41.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
| Efficient EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.28 | $3.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.24 | $6.05 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Camden, TN
Night in Camden on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
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
1 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
1h 48m 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.
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
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely highway, with a 99% highway share, meaning you'll be on high-speed roads for the vast majority of the 94.6 miles. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 55.4 miles on I 40. Expect a consistent pace as you navigate primarily on interstates and major highways, with State Highway 96 and US 641 offering the final segments. The profile is best described as highway-focused, prioritizing direct travel over winding scenic byways.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.4 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 641. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 431 Business; TN 96 / 5th Avenue North.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.2 miles (US 431 Business; TN 96 / 5th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (TN 96 / State Highway 96): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Franklin, TN and Camden, TN, road signs point toward Paris and Parsons.
Paris
78.1 mi in
|
~1h 27m
Parsons
78.1 mi in
|
~1h 27m
About the Cities
Starting 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 48m. Total distance: 94.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.4 miles on I 40. 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 Camden, 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 0.2 miles (US 431 Business; TN 96 / 5th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (TN 96 / State Highway 96): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — 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 Camden, 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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