Origin
Gallatin, TN
Late night in Gallatin on Tuesday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gallatin, TN to Lebanon, 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
31m
Distance
19.3 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
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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Lebanon, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Gallatin and Lebanon, Tennessee, you are looking at a straightforward 19.3-mile trip. Expect to spend about 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to navigate the Southeast region. The route relies on a combination of SR 109, Lebanon Road, and West Main Street to get you to your destination efficiently. Since the drive is short, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a practical connection between these two Tennessee towns, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 109 | 9.2 mi | 14m |
| Lebanon Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| West Main Street | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| South Water Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Public Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 109
— 9.2 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gallatin, TN and Lebanon, TN.
1
Start on TN 25
67 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto South Water Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Water Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on SR 109
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 109
4
Continue on SR 109
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 109
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
6
Turn slight right onto US 70
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Lebanon Road
7
Continue on US 70
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
8
Enter roundabout onto US 231; US 70 Business
277 ft
·
4 sec
·
Public Square
9
Arrive at destination
US 231; US 70 Business
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Water Avenue
Turn right onto South Water Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
11 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
19.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 231; US 70 Business / Public Square
Enter roundabout onto US 231; US 70 Business / Public Square
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.02 one way
$6.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.31 | $6.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.71 | $7.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 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 | 5.8 | 0 | $2.03 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lebanon, TN
Late night in Lebanon on Tuesday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
31m 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 offers a mixed profile, balancing faster highway segments with local road travel. You will spend roughly 48% of your time on highways, providing a nice contrast to the more residential or town-focused stretches. The longest uninterrupted portion of the trip covers 9.2 miles along SR 109, which allows for a steady pace before you transition into the local roads of West Main Street. Because the route is relatively short, the transition between these road types happens quickly. You can expect a functional, utilitarian experience that moves you between locations without the monotony of a long-distance interstate haul.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.2 mi on SR 109.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Water Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gallatin, TN to Lebanon, TN is easy. At 31m with 48% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Water Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Navigation decision point; at 19.2 miles (US 231; US 70 Business / Public Square): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Arriving in Lebanon, TN
Full guide →Founded 1801
Lebanon is the county seat of Wilson County, which is in Middle Tennessee.
Top landmarks
- • Rest Hill Cemetery — historic cemetery in Lebanon, Wilson County, Tennessee, US
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 31m. Total distance: 19.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.2 miles on SR 109. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (South Water Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Navigation decision point; at 19.2 miles (US 231; US 70 Business / Public Square): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Lebanon, 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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