Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
30.3 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Joseph, TN
Vladimir Srajber
Mount Lebanon, TN
Soly Moses
Saint Joseph, TN to Mount Lebanon, TN is 30.3 miles and takes about 48 minutes via US 43, US 64, and Mount Lebanon Road, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region, entirely within Tennessee. Given its brief length and straightforward path, it's ideal for a quick drive when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, no-fuss transit between these two locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 43 | 15.8 mi | 18m |
| US 64 | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| Mount Lebanon Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| Gore Road | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| Pine Grove Road | 1 mi | 4m |
| Grandaddy Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| TN 227 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, TN and Mount Lebanon, TN.
Start on TN 227
At end of road, turn left onto US 43; TN 227
Take the exit
Merge onto US 64
Turn left onto Gore Road
At end of road, turn right onto Pine Grove Road
Turn left onto Grandaddy Road
Turn right onto Mount Lebanon Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Saint Joseph, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 28.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto US 43; TN 227
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto Gore Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto Pine Grove Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Mount Lebanon Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$5.05 one way
$10.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.49 | $10.99 |
| premium | $5.26 | $6.27 | $12.55 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $7.37 | $14.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Morning in Saint Joseph on Monday
Local time
9:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Mount Lebanon on Monday
Local time
9:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Cloudy
78°F
Lawrenceburg, TN
15 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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.
This drive is mostly highway, with 84% of the 30.3 miles on higher-speed roads like US 43 and US 64. The longest continuous stretch on these highways is 15.8 miles. You'll experience a transition from highway cruising to more local roads as you approach Mount Lebanon, with Mount Lebanon Road being the final segment. Expect a relatively smooth ride with minimal complexities.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and US 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 43; TN 227.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 48m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 43; TN 227): Navigation decision point; at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 25.7 miles (Gore Road): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
439 ft
Total Descent
314 ft
Highest Point
1,006 ft
~26 mi in
Elevation Range
212 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 30.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
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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