Origin
Maryville, TN
Late night in Maryville on Tuesday
Local time
4:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maryville, TN to Franklin, 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
3h 45m
Distance
198.6 mi
320 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 32m
★
6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 10m
10 AM
3h 54m
12 PM
3h 51m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryville, TN
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Franklin, TN
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Trip Overview
Connecting Maryville to Franklin requires navigating 201.3 miles across Tennessee, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Because this is a relatively straightforward trek within the Southeast, you can easily complete it as a one-day trip without needing an overnight stay. Your path will take you along West Lamar Alexander Parkway before transitioning onto I-40 West and eventually I-24 East. Budgeting approximately $31 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. It is a practical route for those looking to move efficiently between these two areas, offering a balance of local road navigation and major interstate travel.
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
99.3 miles from Maryville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 150.3 mi | 2h 41m |
| West Lamar Alexander Parkway | 26.1 mi | 35m |
| I 65 | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| Murfreesboro Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| East Broadway Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Public Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 150.3 mi, about 2h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryville, TN and Franklin, TN.
1
Start on US 411
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broadway Avenue
2
Turn slight right onto US 321
26 mi
·
35 min
·
West Lamar Alexander Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 40 West: Nashville
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 40
150 mi
·
2 hr 41 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 213A
Toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 53
Toward I 440 West: Memphis
7
Continue on I 440
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 5
Toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 65 South: Huntsville
10
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
this road
Exit 5
Toward 65: Huntsville
11
Merge onto I 65
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 65
Toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto TN 96
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Murfreesboro Road
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on TN 96
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
3rd Avenue South
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Enter roundabout onto US 31 Business; TN 96
397 ft
·
6 sec
·
Public Square
16
Arrive at destination
US 31 Business; TN 96
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel during the 3-hour and 15-minute trip. Since this is a single-day journey, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though aiming to avoid peak traffic hours on I-40 and I-24 will make for a more relaxed experience. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from West Lamar Alexander Parkway to the interstate network, as the shift from local roads to major highways happens relatively quickly. Having your $31 fuel budget ready before you head out ensures you won't have to worry about costs while on the road.
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 99.3 miles from Maryville, TN, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.3 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 44 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.3 miles or 1h 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 3h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maryville, 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 Maryville, TN
This is one driving day of about 198.6 miles and 3h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Maryville, 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 150.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.3 miles from Maryville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150.3 miles.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 26.6 and 195.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
26.6 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward I 40 West: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 40 West: Nashville
7
177.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 213A
Toward I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattano...
8
180.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
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.
Exit 5
Toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville
6
180.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 65 South: Huntsville
8
195.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 65
Toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.05 one way
$62.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.09 | $68.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.22 | $76.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.85 | $87.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.85 | $9.53 |
| Efficient EV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.38 | $7.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.80 | $12.71 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Franklin, TN
Late night in Franklin on Tuesday
Local time
3:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 45m 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...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 166.6
View on nps.gov
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
National Park
Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of it...
28 mi from route
~70 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive to start your journey, which gradually shifts into the more consistent flow of interstate travel. While this route involves a mix of surfaces, you should anticipate a significant amount of maneuvering on local roads before settling into the highway portions of your trip. There is no long, monotonous stretch here, as the road requires your active attention to navigate the transitions between local parkways and the interstate system. Because the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on the specific turns and changes in road type as you progress across the state.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 150.3 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and West Lamar Alexander Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 198.6 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: at 26.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.6 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Maryville, TN and Franklin, TN, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Huntsville and 65: Huntsville.
Chattanooga
177.2 mi in
|
~3h 18m
Huntsville
180.6 mi in
|
~3h 23m
65: Huntsville
180.9 mi in
|
~3h 23m
About the Cities
Starting in Maryville, TN
Full guide →Maryville is a large city in Blount County, Eastern Tennessee.
Arriving 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 3h 45m. Total distance: 198.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 150.3 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 Franklin, 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: at 26.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 177.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Franklin, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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