Origin
Paris, TN
Late night in Paris on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paris, TN to Bartlett, 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
2h 40m
Distance
126.3 mi
203 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
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6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paris, TN
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Bartlett, TN
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Trip Overview
Paris, TN to Bartlett, TN is 126.3 miles and takes about 2h 40m via I 40 and Highland Drive/Austin Peay Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically crossing from one part of Tennessee to another. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on major roads, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. You'll find the route to be a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
63.1 miles from Paris, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 62 mi | 1h 7m |
| Highland Drive | 18.1 mi | 26m |
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| Medina Highway | 11 mi | 14m |
| US 45E | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Stage Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Atwood Highway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| South 1st Street | 2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 62 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, TN and Bartlett, TN.
1
Start on SR 54; SR 69
96 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Wood Street
2
Turn right onto US 641
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Market Street
3
Continue on SR 77
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Drive
4
Turn right onto US 79
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Tyson Avenue
5
Continue on US 79
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 79
18 mi
·
26 min
·
Highland Drive
7
Continue on US 70A; US 79
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Atwood Highway
8
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Atwood Highway
9
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Van Hook Street
10
Turn left onto US 45E
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South 1st Street
11
Continue on US 45E
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Medina Highway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 45E
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
US 45E
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
14
Merge onto I 40; US 412
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 40; US 412
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 18
Toward US 64: Bartlett
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Stage Road
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 40m duration, this is comfortably a one-day trip, so you have the flexibility to leave when it suits you best. A single stop might be all you need to break up the 126.3 miles, so plan for a brief pause rather than an extended break. Keep an eye on your fuel situation, as the estimated cost is around $20. A practical tip for this route would be to be mindful of the transition off I 40; the change in road type and potential for local traffic can require a slight adjustment in driving pace as you near Bartlett.
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 63.1 miles from Paris, TN, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62 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 28 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.1 miles or 1h 27m 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 11m
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 Paris, 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 Paris, TN
This is one driving day of about 126.3 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Paris, 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 62 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.1 miles from Paris, 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 62 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 120.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 641 / South Market Street
Turn right onto US 641 / South Market Street
Navigation decision point
5
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
58.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
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I 40; US 412
Merge onto I 40; US 412
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
120.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m 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
120.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m 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
$19.75 one way
$39.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.68 | $43.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.31 | $48.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.89 | $55.77 |
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: 44.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.26 | $6.06 |
| Efficient EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.05 | $5.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.68 | $8.08 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Bartlett, TN
Late night in Bartlett on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 40m 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.
Fort Donelson National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on Sunday, February 16, 1862. The Union victory at Fort Donels...
26 mi from route
~65 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?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 55% of it on highways. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 62 miles on I 40, providing a solid period of consistent driving. As you progress, expect the road character to shift from interstate cruising to more local thoroughfares, particularly as you approach your destination. The overall profile suggests a balance between efficient highway travel and more varied road conditions.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 641 / South Market Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 126.3 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: near the start (US 641 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 58.3 miles (I 40; US 412): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Paris, TN
Full guide →Paris is a city of 10,000 people (2019) in Western Tennessee. Visitors come to see the 70-foot (21 m) replica of the Eiffel Tower and for the "World's Biggest Fish Fry."
Arriving in Bartlett, TN
Full guide →Bartlett is a city in metropolitan Memphis, Tennessee. It has several buildings of historic interest, and a walkable Historic District". In 2018, the population of Bartlett was almost 60,000. The Trail of Tears runs along Stage Road through the city. It commemorates the forced relocations between 1830 and 1850 of approximately 60,000 Native Americans from their ancestral homelands in the Southeastern U.S. to areas west of the Mississippi River that had been designated as Indian Territory.
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 2h 40m. Total distance: 126.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 62 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: near the start (US 641 / South Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 58 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 58.3 miles (I 40; US 412): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Donelson National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bartlett, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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