Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
18.6 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gallatin, TN
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Goodlettsville, TN
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Gallatin, TN to Goodlettsville, TN is 18.6 miles and takes about 24 minutes via Vietnam Veterans Boulevard, Long Hollow Pike, and Conference Drive, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Tennessee, offering a straightforward journey between two points in the Southeast region. Expect a local driving experience rather than a highway cruise. It's a quick trip, perfect for a simple errand or connecting two nearby locations without much fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veterans Boulevard | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| Long Hollow Pike | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Conference Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Red River Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Gallatin, TN and Goodlettsville, TN.
Start on TN 25
Continue on TN 25
Turn straight onto SR 174
Continue on TN 386
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto Conference Drive
Turn left onto SR 174
Turn right onto US 31W; US 41
Arrive at destination
4 decision points cluster between mile 15.9 and 18.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward Conference Drive, Goodlettsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward North Conference Drive, Goodlettsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto SR 174 / Long Hollow Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 31W; US 41 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.91 one way
$5.82 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.19 | $6.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.11 | $8.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.60 | $1.19 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Late night in Gallatin on Sunday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Goodlettsville on Sunday
Local time
5:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
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.
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with a 0% highway share. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 13.2 miles along Vietnam Veterans Boulevard. As you navigate, anticipate frequent turns and changes in road type as you transition between Vietnam Veterans Boulevard, Long Hollow Pike, and Conference Drive. The driving experience will feel more like navigating through towns and local areas rather than covering long distances on an open road.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 4 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.9 miles in.
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 18.6 miles you will encounter 4 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 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.8 miles (SR 174 / Long Hollow Pike): Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 18.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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