Origin
Spring Hill, TN
Morning in Spring Hill on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring Hill, TN to Cookeville, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
96.2 mi
155 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Hill, TN
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Cookeville, TN
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Trip Overview
This 96.2-mile drive from Spring Hill, TN, to Cookeville, TN, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 57 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, so you don't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, it's a budget-friendly option for exploring within the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes I-40, offering a mixed driving experience that's generally efficient for covering ground. You'll find this trip to be a practical way to connect two points in Tennessee without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Spring Hill, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 57.4 mi | 1h 1m |
| Harriman Highway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| East Tri County Boulevard | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| North Roane Street | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Edgemoor Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| East Spring Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| South Illinois Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
| Oak Ridge Highway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 57.4 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Hill, TN and Cookeville, TN.
1
Start on Gade Lane
40 ft
·
4 sec
·
Gade Lane
2
Turn right onto Mehaffey Road
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
Mehaffey Road
3
Turn right onto Creek Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Creek Road
4
Turn right onto New Henderson Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
New Henderson Road
5
Continue on New Henderson Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
New Henderson Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto SR 170
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Edgemoor Road
7
Take the ramp
101 ft
·
2 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
9
Merge onto SR 62
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Oak Ridge Highway
10
Continue on SR 62
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Illinois Avenue
11
Continue on SR 62
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Tri County Boulevard
12
Continue on SR 61
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Harriman Highway
13
Merge onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
Bitter Creek Highway
14
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Harriman Highway
15
Continue on US 27
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hannah Highway
16
Continue on US 27
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Roane Street
17
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
18
Merge onto I 40
57 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 40
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 70N: Cookeville
20
Keep slight right at fork
382 ft
·
9 sec
Toward US 70N: Cookeville
21
Turn straight onto US 70N
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
East Spring Street
22
Continue on US 70N
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
East Spring Street
23
Turn right onto South Dixie Avenue
270 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Dixie Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
South Dixie Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart whenever it suits your schedule, whether that's early morning to maximize your day or later in the afternoon. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can easily fuel up before you leave Spring Hill to cover the estimated $15 fuel cost. The longest uninterrupted stretch is over 57 miles on I-40, so plan for a brief stop before or during that segment if you prefer not to drive for that long at once. Keep an eye out for the transition off I-40 as you near Cookeville, as this is where the road character will change.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.1 miles from Spring Hill, TN, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.4 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 21 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cookeville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Spring Hill, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Spring Hill, TN
This is one driving day of about 96.2 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Spring Hill, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 57.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.1 miles from Spring Hill, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 92.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Mehaffey Road
Turn right onto Mehaffey Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Creek Road
Turn right onto Creek Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
New Henderson Road
Turn right onto New Henderson Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
SR 170 / Edgemoor Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 170 / Edgemoor Road
Navigation decision point
6
92.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 70N: Cookeville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 70N: Cookeville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.04 one way
$30.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.51 | $37.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.24 | $42.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.10 | $4.62 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.42 | $3.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Cookeville, TN
Late night in Cookeville on Sunday
Local time
5:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 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
1h 57m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The majority of this drive, about 60%, is spent on the interstate, specifically I-40. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 57.4 miles on I-40, which means there are extended periods of consistent highway driving. Beyond the interstate, expect to navigate sections of Harriman Highway and East Tri County Boulevard, suggesting a transition to more local or arterial roads as you approach your destination. This mixed profile means you'll experience both faster highway speeds and potentially slower, more varied conditions on the non-interstate segments.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.4 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mehaffey Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 96.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Mehaffey Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (New Henderson Road): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Cookeville, TN
Full guide →Cookeville is a small city in north central Tennessee and home of Tennessee Tech University. Cookeville is the largest city in the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee.
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 1h 57m. Total distance: 96.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.4 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Cookeville, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mehaffey Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (New Henderson Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cookeville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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