This 324-mile drive from Soddy-Daisy, TN, to Bartlett, TN, is achievable in about 6 hours and 17 minutes, making it a solid one-day road trip. The route primarily utilizes I-40, with portions of Tennessee National Guard Parkway and John Bragg Highway also included. You can expect a highway-focused experience with an estimated fuel cost of $51. Since it's a single-day journey within the Southeast region, it’s a straightforward option for getting from point A to point B without needing an overnight stop.
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
162 miles from Soddy-Daisy, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
157.6 mi
2h 49m
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
53.7 mi
58m
John Bragg Highway
15.6 mi
18m
TN 8
12.6 mi
17m
Harrison Ferry Road
12.3 mi
17m
SR 111
11.5 mi
13m
Nashville Highway
10.2 mi
11m
McMinnville Highway
8.1 mi
10m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 157.6 mi, about 2h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Soddy-Daisy, TN and Bartlett, TN.
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Start on Daisy Dallas Road
0.4 mi·55 sec·Daisy Dallas Road
2
Turn right onto Harrison Lane
0.1 mi·25 sec·Harrison Lane
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·25 sec
4
Merge onto US 27
5.4 mi·6 min·US 27
5
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 111
5.9 mi·6 min·TN 111
6
Continue on SR 111
11 mi·13 min·SR 111
7
Continue on TN 8; TN 111
13 mi·17 min·TN 8; TN 111
8
Turn left onto TN 8
7.3 mi·9 min·State Highway 8
9
Continue on TN 8
12 mi·17 min·Harrison Ferry Road
10
Turn slight right onto SR 56
1.3 mi·1 min·Beersheba Highway
11
Continue on SR 56
0.5 mi·45 sec·East Colville Street
12
Turn right onto SR 56
0.1 mi·20 sec·South Chancery Street
13
Turn left onto SR 380
0.3 mi·26 sec·West Morford Street
14
Continue on SR 380
2.1 mi·3 min·West Main Street
15
Continue on US 70S
10 mi·11 min·Nashville Highway
16
Continue on US 70S
8.1 mi·10 min·McMinnville Highway
17
Continue on US 70S; SR 53
1.0 mi·2 min·East Main Street
18
Continue on US 70S
16 mi·18 min·John Bragg Highway
19
Turn left onto South Rutherford Boulevard
3.8 mi·5 min·South Rutherford Boulevard
20
Turn left onto US 231
0.3 mi·22 sec·South Church Street
Use the left lane.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 24 West: NashvilleUse the right lane.
22
Merge onto I 24
6.5 mi·6 min·I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 74AToward I 840 West: Memphis, FranklinUse the right lane.
24
Merge onto I 840
54 mi·58 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 40
158 mi·2 hr 49 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 18Toward US 64: BartlettUse the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, SomervilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
28
Turn straight onto US 64
5.6 mi·10 min·Stage Road
Use the left lane.
29
Arrive at destination
TN 15
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour, 17-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Soddy-Daisy to avoid potential afternoon traffic. With a single planned stop in mind, you can break up the 324 miles and manage your time effectively. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest 157.6-mile stretch on I-40 where services might be spaced further apart. This route is well-suited for a single day, so you have flexibility in your pacing.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 162 miles from Soddy-Daisy, TN, or about 3h 18m 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 71 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 162 miles or 3h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 10m
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 Soddy-Daisy, 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 Soddy-Daisy, TN
This is one driving day of about 324 miles and 6h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Soddy-Daisy, 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.
Early stretch
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
$10 to $20
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Hours: 6 AM–10 PM
+16159001755
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 318.2 — 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
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
99 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
8
105.9 mi into trip|~2h 16m 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
7
318 mi into trip|~6h 6m 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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318.2 mi into trip|~6h 6m 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
$47.85 one way
$95.69 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg113 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$52.82
$105.64
premium
$4.72
$60.16
$120.31
diesel
$4.80
$61.18
$122.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
97.2
1
$34.02
$15.55
Efficient EV
81
0
$28.35
$12.96
EV Truck/SUV
129.6
1
$45.36
$20.74
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Soddy-Daisy, TN
Late night
in Soddy-Daisy on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 0 to 5 mph54% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Bartlett, TN
Late night
in Bartlett on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny
WNW 5 to 10 mph7% chanceLive 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 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
6h 17m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 100.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Get ready for a predominantly highway-focused experience, as 80% of this route is on major roadways. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 157.6 miles on I-40, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. While the majority is high-speed travel, there are segments on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and John Bragg Highway that might offer a slight change of pace before you merge back onto faster routes. This drive is designed for efficient travel.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 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?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 324 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 99 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,869 ft278 ft
Total Climb
1,513 ft
Total Descent
1,934 ft
Highest Point
1,869 ft
~46.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,591 ft
Notable High Points
1,869 ft at ~46.3 miles+765 ft prominence
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 Soddy-Daisy, TN to Bartlett, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 17m. Total distance: 324 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 17m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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.
Yes — we found about 19 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 99 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 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.
