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Trip from Monteagle, TN to Bartlett, TN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 7m

Distance

278.6 mi

448 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 54m ★
6 AM
5h 8m
8 AM
5h 35m
10 AM
5h 17m
12 PM
5h 15m
3 PM
5h 19m
5 PM
5h 33m
8 PM
5h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Monteagle, TN to Bartlett, TN is 278.6 miles and takes about 5h 7m via I 40, I 24, and Tennessee National Guard Parkway, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This single-day trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily traversing Tennessee. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal detours, making it a convenient option if you're looking for an efficient journey between these two points. The route is almost entirely highway, so pack your favorite road trip playlist and prepare for a consistent pace.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

139.3 miles from Monteagle, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 40 157.6 mi 2h 49m
I 24 60 mi 1h 5m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway 53.7 mi 58m
Stage Road 5.6 mi 10m
West Main Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 157.6 mi, about 2h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Monteagle, TN and Bartlett, TN.

1

Start on US 41

0.3 mi · 37 sec · West Main Street
2

Turn slight left

304 ft · 13 sec
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
4

Merge onto I 24; US 64

60 mi · 1 hr 5 min · I 24; US 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 74A Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin Use the right lane.
6

Merge onto I 840

54 mi · 58 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 40

158 mi · 2 hr 49 min · I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 18 Toward US 64: Bartlett Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Turn straight onto US 64

5.6 mi · 10 min · Stage Road
Use the left lane.
11

Arrive at destination

TN 15

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour drive time, starting your journey in the morning is ideal to ensure you arrive with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without exits could be significant; budgeting around $44 for fuel is a reasonable estimate. A helpful tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the I 40 corridor in Tennessee, as it's a major artery with consistent traffic patterns, but be aware of potential congestion near larger cities.

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 139.3 miles from Monteagle, TN, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.6 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 61 miles or 1h 8m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 139.3 miles or 2h 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartlett, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Monteagle, 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 Monteagle, TN

This is one driving day of about 278.6 miles and 5h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Monteagle, 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 157.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Tennessee, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dickson, TN

139 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.

Popular next leg

Dickson, TN to Bartlett, TN

160.6 mi · 3h 4m

Pacing Suggestions

Lebanon, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dickson, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139.3 miles from Monteagle, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 157.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Marco's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bartlett, Tennessee

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+19012664676

Visit website

NAM KING RESTAURANT

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Memphis, Tennessee

2.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memphis, Tennessee

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

Marco's Pizza

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Bartlett, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+19012664676

Visit website

NAM KING RESTAURANT

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19013734411

Visit website

SHEGER ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT& GROCERY

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19015523136

Visit website

J Brooks Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+19016265848

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19013732800

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 238.8

Brownsville, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18665212658

Visit website

IKEA Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 278.6

Cordova, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18668167584

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 278.6

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Fiery Gizzard State Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Monteagle, Tennessee

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+18888672757

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 272.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | I 24; US 64

Merge onto I 24; US 64

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
60.5 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in

Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 74A Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
5
61.4 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in | I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Merge onto I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
272.6 mi into trip | ~4h 56m in

Take the exit toward US 64: Bartlett

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 18 Toward US 64: Bartlett
9
272.9 mi into trip | ~4h 57m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.56 one way

$87.11 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 98 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $47.82 $95.65
premium $4.89 $53.61 $107.23
diesel $5.61 $61.51 $123.02

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$44

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 97.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 83.6 1 $29.25 $13.37
Efficient EV 69.7 0 $24.38 $11.14
EV Truck/SUV 111.4 1 $39.00 $17.83

Gas CO2

97 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Monteagle, TN

Late night in Monteagle on Sunday

Local time

2:27 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bartlett, TN

Late night in Bartlett on Sunday

Local time

2:27 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

14 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

5h 7m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience a consistent pace for most of the journey, especially during the longest stretch of 157.6 miles on I 40. The roads are generally well-maintained and designed for efficient travel. While the character is predominantly highway, brief sections on Tennessee National Guard Parkway might offer a slight change of scenery before merging back onto faster routes. Overall, anticipate a predictable and direct driving experience.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 157.6 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 24. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near I 24; US 64.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 278.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (I 24; US 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.4 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Monteagle, TN to Bartlett, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.

Franklin

60.5 mi in | ~1h 6m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 7m. Total distance: 278.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 7m 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 157.6 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 Bartlett, 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 0.5 miles (I 24; US 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.4 miles (I 840 / Tennessee National Guard Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bartlett, TN before the return drive.

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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