Hendersonville, TN to Somerville, TN is 190.9 miles and takes about 3h 36m via I-40, I-65, and TN-76, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Tennessee, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a straightforward journey primarily on major interstates, making it a practical choice for a single-day trip. With 95% of the route on highways, it’s designed for efficient travel, meaning you’ll spend most of your time covering distance rather than navigating complex local roads. This trip is ideal if you're looking for a no-fuss drive to get you from point A to point B quickly.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.4 miles from Hendersonville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
155.4 mi
2h 47m
TN 76
12.5 mi
17m
I 65
9 mi
10m
SR 76
4.9 mi
7m
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
3.4 mi
3m
West Main Street
2.1 mi
3m
Downtown Loop
1.6 mi
2m
Stanton Koko Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 155.4 mi, about 2h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hendersonville, TN and Somerville, TN.
1
Start on Walton Ferry Road
53 ft·10 sec·Walton Ferry Road
2
Turn left onto US 31E
2.1 mi·3 min·West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward TN 386
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward TN 386 South: Nashville
5
Merge onto TN 386
3.4 mi·3 min·Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 65
8.7 mi·10 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 65
0.3 mi·32 sec·I 65
Toward I 65 South: Huntisville, MemphisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 65
1.6 mi·2 min·Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi·48 sec
Exit 84BToward I 40 West: Memphis
10
Merge onto I 40
155 mi·2 hr 47 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi·22 sec
Exit 52Toward SR 179, SR 76: Whiteville
12
Turn right onto Stanton Koko Road
0.3 mi·30 sec·Stanton Koko Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto TN 76
0.2 mi·19 sec·TN 76
14
Continue on SR 76; SR 179
4.9 mi·7 min·SR 76; SR 179
15
Continue on TN 76
10.0 mi·14 min·TN 76
16
At end of road, turn left onto TN 59
0.1 mi·10 sec·TN 59
17
Continue on TN 76
2.3 mi·3 min·TN 76
18
Turn right onto US 64
42 ft·0 sec·US 64
19
Arrive at destination
US 64
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 36m estimated drive time and 190.9 miles, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. To make the most of it, aim for an early start to avoid any potential midday traffic, especially as you approach the I-40 and I-65 corridors. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, keeping your tank full is advisable, though the longest stretch of 155.4 miles on I-40 means you'll want to be mindful of your fuel gauge before hitting that segment. Plan for one brief stop to stretch your legs or grab a quick snack, as the drive is efficient enough not to require extensive breaks.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 95.4 miles from Hendersonville, TN, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 155.4 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 42 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.4 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Somerville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hendersonville, 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 Hendersonville, TN
This is one driving day of about 190.9 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Hendersonville, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 155.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 173.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 31E / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 31E / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TN 386 South: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward TN 386 South: Nashville
7
15 mi into trip|~19m in|I 65
Take the exit onto I 65 toward I 65 South: Huntisville, Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 65 South: Huntisville, Memphis
6
173 mi into trip|~3h 10m in
Take the exit toward SR 179, SR 76: Whiteville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 52
Toward SR 179, SR 76: Whiteville
6
173.4 mi into trip|~3h 11m in|TN 76
At end of road, turn right onto TN 76
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.85 one way
$59.69 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.77
$65.54
premium
$4.89
$36.74
$73.47
diesel
$5.61
$42.15
$84.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.3
0
$20.04
$9.16
Efficient EV
47.7
0
$16.70
$7.64
EV Truck/SUV
76.4
0
$26.73
$12.22
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Hendersonville, TN
Late night
in Hendersonville on Sunday
Local time
5:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 to 15 mph89% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Somerville, TN
Late night
in Somerville on Sunday
Local time
5:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 10 to 15 mph95% chanceLive 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
4 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
3h 36m on the road
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.
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...
30 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 19.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 95% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-40 and I-65. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering 155.4 miles on I-40. The character of the drive is largely about covering ground efficiently, so don't expect many winding backroads or frequent changes in scenery. The transition between I-40, I-65, and TN-76 is generally smooth, maintaining the high-speed highway feel throughout most of the journey. It's a route built for getting there, with minimal distractions.
95% 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: 155.4 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and TN 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 31E / West Main Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 190.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 31E / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 15 miles (I 65): 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.
On the drive from Hendersonville, TN to Somerville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.
Hendersonville is a city in Sumner County of the American state of Tennessee. It is a well-known suburb of Nashville, Tennessee, and has been the home of many country music stars, including Conway Twitty, Roy Orbison, and Johnny Cash.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 190.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 155.4 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Somerville, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 31E / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 15 miles (I 65): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Somerville, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
