Spanning 133.2 miles across Tennessee, this trek from Mount Carmel to Bartlett is a straightforward journey through the Southeast that you can easily complete in a single day. You will spend approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes behind the wheel, primarily navigating local roads rather than major interstates. With a fuel budget of roughly $20, it is an affordable trip that avoids the high-traffic stress of major highway corridors. Because this route involves no mandatory stops, it functions perfectly as a direct transit option for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, this drive offers a consistent, predictable pace within the state borders.
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
65 miles from Mount Carmel, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
75.2 mi
1h 21m
West Main Street
17.4 mi
19m
US 412
10.5 mi
11m
Mt Carmel Road
9.1 mi
25m
Stage Road
5.6 mi
10m
US 641
4.7 mi
5m
TN 100
3.5 mi
6m
West Church Sttreet
2.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 75.2 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Carmel, TN and Bartlett, TN.
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Start on Mt Carmel Road
2.3 mi·8 min·Mt Carmel Road
2
Keep slight right at fork onto Mount Carmel Access
526 ft·23 sec·Mount Carmel Access
3
Continue on 1758
6.8 mi·16 min·Mt Carmel Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto TN 100
3.5 mi·6 min·TN 100
5
Turn right onto Middleburg Road
0.5 mi·53 sec·Middleburg Road
6
Turn right onto US 641
4.7 mi·5 min·US 641
7
Turn left onto US 412
17 mi·19 min·West Main Street
8
Continue on US 412
2.2 mi·2 min·West Church Sttreet
9
Continue on US 412
10 mi·11 min·US 412
10
Turn right onto SR 152
0.8 mi·1 min·Law Road
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
12
Merge onto I 40
75 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 18Toward US 64: BartlettUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, SomervilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi·10 min·Stage Road
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 23 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around local traffic patterns. Since there are no designated stops on this route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to cover the $20 estimated cost, especially since you will be navigating local roads rather than highway service centers. Pack your own snacks and beverages, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes frequent detours for supplies less convenient. To make the most of this trip, keep a close eye on your GPS, as the reliance on local roads like Middleburg Road means you will encounter more intersections and turns than a standard interstate route. Enjoy the freedom of a direct, single-day transit that keeps you off the busy main highways.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65 miles from Mount Carmel, TN, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.2 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 29 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65 miles or 1h 31m 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 16m
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 Mount Carmel, 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 Mount Carmel, TN
This is one driving day of about 130.1 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Mount Carmel, 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 75.2 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 124.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.3 mi into trip|~8m in|Mount Carmel Access
Keep slight right at fork onto Mount Carmel Access
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
48.8 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
49 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
124.1 mi into trip|~2h 35m 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
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124.3 mi into trip|~2h 36m 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
$20.34 one way
$40.68 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$22.33
$44.66
premium
$4.89
$25.04
$50.07
diesel
$5.61
$28.72
$57.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39
0
$13.66
$6.24
Efficient EV
32.5
0
$11.38
$5.20
EV Truck/SUV
52
0
$18.21
$8.33
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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 15, 2026
Origin
Mount Carmel, TN
Late night
in Mount Carmel on Sunday
Local time
5:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bartlett, TN
Late night
in Bartlett on Sunday
Local time
5:15 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
21 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
2h 46m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you make your way across the region. You will spend zero percent of your time on major highways, relying instead on Mount Carmel Access, Mt Carmel Road, and Middleburg Road to reach your destination. Since this route lacks long, uninterrupted highway stretches, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention on local navigation. The personality of this road is defined by its winding local nature, which contrasts sharply with the monotonous grind of typical interstate travel. Stay alert for frequent changes in direction as you transition between these specific local roads throughout the 133.2-mile journey.
72% 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: 75.2 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and West Main Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near Mount Carmel Access.
Driving Effort5/10
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 130.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.3 miles (Mount Carmel Access): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 48.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 49 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 130.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.2 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (Mount Carmel Access): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 48.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 49 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bartlett, TN before heading back.
