Origin
Lafayette, TN
Morning in Lafayette on Sunday
Local time
9:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lafayette, TN to Hendersonville, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lafayette, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition from Lafayette to Hendersonville, this 41.4-mile trek is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 58 minutes. Since the entire drive is located within the Southeast region of Tennessee, you won't be crossing any major geographic borders, making it an ideal candidate for a simple one-day trip. Budgeting approximately $6 for fuel is sufficient for this distance, allowing you to easily complete the drive without the need for an overnight stay. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a change of scenery, the route is efficient and uncomplicated. It serves as a practical connection between these two areas, offering a predictable travel experience that fits perfectly into a single afternoon.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31E | 16.9 mi | 21m |
| SR 52 | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| Nashville Pike | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| East Main Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| Gallatin Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| College Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Broadway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 31E
— 16.9 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lafayette, TN and Hendersonville, TN.
1
Start on this road
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on TN 10; TN 261
106 ft
·
2 sec
·
Public Square
3
Continue on TN 10
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
College Street
4
Turn slight right
332 ft
·
11 sec
5
Continue on SR 52
13 mi
·
18 min
·
SR 52
6
Turn left onto US 31E; US 231
17 mi
·
21 min
·
US 31E; US 231
7
Continue on US 31E
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Broadway
8
Turn straight onto US 31E
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Main Street
9
Continue on US 31E
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Nashville Pike
10
Continue on US 31E
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
11
Continue on US 31E
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Gallatin Road
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 31E
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
13
Turn left onto Walton Ferry Road
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
Walton Ferry Road
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Walton Ferry Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Lafayette, 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
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 13.1 and 41.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
13.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 31E; US 231
Turn left onto US 31E; US 231
Navigation decision point
5
41.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Walton Ferry Road
Turn left onto Walton Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.47 one way
$12.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.11 | $14.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.97 | $15.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Hendersonville, TN
Morning in Hendersonville on Sunday
Local time
9:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
20 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
58m 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 trip is a highway-focused drive, with 71% of your time spent on main thoroughfares like US 31E, SR 52, and Nashville Pike. You can expect a consistent pace throughout the journey, highlighted by a notable 16.9-mile stretch on US 31E that provides the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip. The road personality leans toward functional and direct, shifting from smaller state routes into the more heavily traveled Nashville Pike as you approach your destination. Because the drive is relatively short, you won't encounter the fatigue of a long-haul interstate grind, allowing for a focused and steady experience behind the wheel.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.9 mi on US 31E.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31E and SR 52. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 13.1 miles in near US 31E; US 231.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lafayette, TN to Hendersonville, TN is easy. At 58m with 71% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.1 miles (US 31E; US 231): Navigation decision point; at 41.4 miles (Walton Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Hendersonville, TN
Full guide →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.
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 58m. Total distance: 41.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.9 miles on US 31E. 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: at 13.1 miles (US 31E; US 231): Navigation decision point; at 41.4 miles (Walton Ferry Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hendersonville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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