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Trip from Spencer, 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 29m

Distance

286.3 mi

461 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

24 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 16m ★
6 AM
5h 30m
8 AM
5h 56m
10 AM
5h 39m
12 PM
5h 36m
3 PM
5h 40m
5 PM
5h 55m
8 PM
5h 22m

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

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town in Tennessee, USA

Spencer, TN

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city in Tennessee, USA

Bartlett, TN

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Trip Overview

This 286.3-mile journey from Spencer, TN, to Bartlett, TN, is planned for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 29 minutes of driving time. The route primarily utilizes I-40, with portions on Tennessee National Guard Parkway and John Bragg Highway, making it an 83% highway-focused drive. With an estimated fuel cost of $45, this trip is an efficient option for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You'll be traveling within the Southeast region throughout your drive, experiencing a straightforward, highway-centric transit.

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

143.2 miles from Spencer, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .

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
SR 30 15.4 mi 22m
Nashville Highway 10.2 mi 11m
McMinnville Highway 8.1 mi 10m
I 24 6.5 mi 6m
Stage Road 5.6 mi 10m
Longest stretch: I 40 — 157.6 mi, about 2h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Sparta Street

42 ft · 4 sec · Sparta Street
2

Turn right onto SR 30

1.4 mi · 2 min · SR 30
3

At end of road, turn right onto SR 30

14 mi · 20 min · SR 30
4

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 16 sec
5

Keep slight left at fork

101 ft · 2 sec
6

Turn left onto US 70S

2.4 mi · 2 min · Sparta Highway
7

Continue on US 70S

0.5 mi · 36 sec · Sparta Street
8

Continue on US 70S

3.1 mi · 3 min · Bobby Ray Memorial Parkway
9

Take the exit onto US 70S

0.3 mi · 48 sec · US 70S
10

Keep slight left at fork

422 ft · 12 sec
11

Turn right onto West Main Street

0.3 mi · 18 sec · West Main Street
12

Continue on US 70S

10 mi · 11 min · Nashville Highway
13

Continue on US 70S

8.1 mi · 10 min · McMinnville Highway
14

Continue on US 70S; SR 53

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
15

Continue on US 70S

16 mi · 18 min · John Bragg Highway
16

Turn left onto South Rutherford Boulevard

3.8 mi · 5 min · South Rutherford Boulevard
17

Turn left onto US 231

0.3 mi · 22 sec · South Church Street
Use the left lane.
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 24 West: Nashville Use the right lane.
19

Merge onto I 24

6.5 mi · 6 min · I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 74A Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin Use the right lane.
21

Merge onto I 840

54 mi · 58 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Merge onto I 40

158 mi · 2 hr 49 min · I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 18 Toward US 64: Bartlett Use the slight right lane.
24

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward US 64: Bartlett, Somerville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
25

Turn straight onto US 64

5.6 mi · 10 min · Stage Road
Use the left lane.
26

Arrive at destination

TN 15

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour, 29-minute duration, starting your drive from Spencer, TN, in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. While only one stop is indicated, plan for additional breaks as needed, especially during the 157.6-mile stretch on I-40. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $45, and ensure you're topped off before embarking on longer highway segments. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, so you have flexibility in your departure time and the pace of your journey.

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 143.2 miles from Spencer, TN, or about 2h 50m 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 63 miles or 1h 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 143.2 miles or 2h 50m 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 29m

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 Spencer, 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 Spencer, TN

This is one driving day of about 286.3 miles and 5h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Spencer, 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 and county seat of Williamson County, Tennessee, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Franklin, TN

143 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

Lebanon, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dickson, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 143.2 miles from Spencer, 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 286.3

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 286.3

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 286.3

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 286.3

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 286.3

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 286.3

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 286.3

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19013732800

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 245.4

Brownsville, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 286.3

Memphis, 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 286.3

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 286.3

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 286.3

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 286.3

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 286.3

Memphis, Tennessee

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 15.5 and 280.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
15.5 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

7
61.4 mi into trip | ~1h 20m 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
68.2 mi into trip | ~1h 28m 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
280.4 mi into trip | ~5h 18m 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
280.6 mi into trip | ~5h 19m 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

$44.76 one way

$89.52 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 100 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $49.14 $98.29
premium $4.89 $55.10 $110.19
diesel $5.61 $63.21 $126.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 100.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

24 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Casey Jones Village - Tesla Supercharger

Jackson, TN

Tesla

24 DCFC

Target

Murfreesboro, TN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Almaville Station Exxon - Tesla Supercharger

Smyrna, TN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Fast Stop - Tesla Supercharger

Wildersville, TN

Tesla

12 DCFC

The Market at Wolfcreek - Tesla Supercharger

Memphis, TN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Tesla Supercharger

Dickson, TN

Tesla

8 DCFC

Electric Era Charging Station

Murfreesboro, TN

ELECTRIC_ERA

6 DCFC

Pilot Travel Center 409

Dickson, TN

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 9 Tesla: 6 Blink Network: 2 eVgo Network: 2 Non-Networked: 2 Electrify America: 2 ELECTRIC_ERA: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 85.9 1 $30.06 $13.74
Efficient EV 71.6 0 $25.05 $11.45
EV Truck/SUV 114.5 1 $40.08 $18.32

Gas CO2

100 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (67% 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 19, 2026

Origin

Spencer, TN

Morning in Spencer on Sunday

Local time

6:27 AM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Sunny

NNW 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 19 at 5:37AM CDT until April 19 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 19 at 5:37AM CDT until April 19 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

Destination

Bartlett, TN

Morning in Bartlett on Sunday

Local time

6:27 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Sunny

NNW 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 19 at 5:37AM CDT until April 19 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 19 at 5:37AM CDT until April 19 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Nashville TN

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

10 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

5h 29m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Stones River National Battlefield

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 ~7 min detour Free near mile 69.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that is predominantly highway, accounting for 83% of the total mileage. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 157.6 miles on I-40, offering a consistent pace. While this route is largely focused on efficient travel, the inclusion of Tennessee National Guard Parkway and John Bragg Highway may introduce some variation from the interstate. The overall character is one of steady progress, designed to get you where you're going with minimal fuss.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 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 15.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 15 significant decision points across 286.3 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 15.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 61.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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

Franklin

68.2 mi in | ~1h 28m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 29m. Total distance: 286.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). 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 15.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 61.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.2 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 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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