Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
10m
Distance
6.4 mi
10 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milan, TN
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Gibson, TN
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This short 6.4-mile drive from Milan, TN to Gibson, TN, is designed for a quick 10-minute transit. With a minimal fuel cost of around $1, it's an easy addition to any day trip, requiring just one day of your travel plans. The route is primarily local roads, so don't expect an interstate experience. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, so you'll be staying within familiar territory. This journey is best suited for a single outing, with no need for an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gibson Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Milan Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| West Van Hook Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South 1st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Williamson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | — |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Milan, TN and Gibson, TN.
Start on South Main Street
Turn left onto Williamson Street
Turn right onto US 45E
Turn right onto US 70A; US 79
Continue on US 70A; US 79
Continue on US 70A; US 79
Continue on US 70A; US 79
Turn right onto SR 186
Arrive at destination
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Williamson Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 45E / South 1st Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 70A; US 79 / West Van Hook Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto SR 186 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.06 one way
$2.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.16 | $2.32 |
| premium | $5.18 | $1.31 | $2.61 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $1.35 | $2.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.56 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Afternoon in Milan on Wednesday
Local time
3:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Gibson on Wednesday
Local time
3:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Patchy Fog
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 6.4-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating through familiar town streets and county roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 2 miles on Gibson Highway. This means you'll be making frequent adjustments and encountering various road conditions as you make your way through the local landscape. It's a driving experience that keeps you engaged with your surroundings.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Williamson Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 10m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Williamson Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 45E / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 70A; US 79 / West Van Hook Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
121 ft
Total Descent
137 ft
Highest Point
466 ft
~0.9 mi in
Elevation Range
98 ft
Founded 1858
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
This 6.4-mile drive is an easy same-day round trip, perfect for a quick local excursion. You'll be back before you know it, with just 10 minutes of driving time.
Family Friendly
With only 6.4 miles and a 10-minute drive, this route is super short and easy for families. It's mostly local roads, so no stressful highway driving with the kids.
Solo Traveler
At just 6.4 miles and 10 minutes, this route is definitely comfortable for a solo traveler looking for a very short drive.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
This 6.4-mile, 10-minute drive is ideal for first-time drivers. It's a turn-heavy local route with a low complexity score of 3/10, making it very manageable.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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