Spring Hill to Spring Hill is 202.2 miles and takes about 3h 51m via I 40 and Tennessee National Guard Parkway, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Southeast loop stays within Tennessee, offering a primarily highway experience. It's a solid choice for a single-day excursion, especially if you're looking for efficient travel without extensive planning. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, making it a straightforward drive.
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
101.1 miles from Spring Hill, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
112.3 mi
2h
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
47.7 mi
51m
Harriman Highway
9.8 mi
11m
East Tri County Boulevard
5.7 mi
6m
Columbia Pike
5.1 mi
7m
North Roane Street
4.1 mi
4m
Edgemoor Road
4.1 mi
7m
South Illinois Avenue
3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 112.3 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Hill, TN and Spring Hill, 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
112 mi·2 hr·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Exit 235Toward I 840 West: Memphis, MurfreesboroUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 840
48 mi·51 min·Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 28Toward US 31: Franklin, ColumbiaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
272 ft·8 sec
Toward US 31 South: Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, ColumbiaUse the left lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
130 ft·3 sec
Toward US 31 South: Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, Columbia
24
Turn straight onto US 31
5.1 mi·7 min·Columbia Pike
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 31
0.5 mi·48 sec·Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
US 31
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of about 3 hours and 51 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will comfortably get you back before evening. With only one planned stop suggested, you can easily break up the 202.2 miles as needed, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $32 estimate is based on the total distance, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on longer highway stretches.
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 101.1 miles from Spring Hill, TN, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.3 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 44 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.1 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Hill, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Spring Hill, 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 Spring Hill, TN
This is one driving day of about 202.2 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Spring Hill, 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 112.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 196.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Mehaffey Road
Turn right onto Mehaffey Road
Navigation decision point
8
147.3 mi into trip|~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 235
Toward I 840 West: Memphis, Murfreesboro
8
196.1 mi into trip|~3h 42m in
Take the exit toward US 31: Franklin, Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28
Toward US 31: Franklin, Columbia
8
196.5 mi into trip|~3h 43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 31 South: Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 31 South: Thompson's Station, Spring...
7
196.5 mi into trip|~3h 43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 31 South: Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 31 South: Thompson's Station, Spring...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.35 one way
$62.70 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.32
$34.37
$68.75
premium
$4.93
$39.23
$78.46
diesel
$5.60
$44.57
$89.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.7
0
$21.23
$9.71
Efficient EV
50.6
0
$17.69
$8.09
EV Truck/SUV
80.9
1
$28.31
$12.94
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Forecast as of Aug 11, 2026
Origin
Spring Hill, TN
Afternoon
in Spring Hill on Friday
Local time
2:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 10:21AM CDT until August 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 10:21AM CDT until August 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
Destination
Spring Hill, TN
Afternoon
in Spring Hill on Friday
Local time
1:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny
SW 5 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 10:21AM CDT until August 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Nashville TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 10:21AM CDT until August 14 at 9:00PM 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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
3h 51m on the road
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.
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 167.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 79% of the 202.2 miles on major roads like I 40. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 112.3 miles on I 40 before transitioning to Harriman Highway. Expect a consistent cruising pace for the majority of the trip, with a notable increase in exits and potential merging traffic as you navigate the highway sections.
79% 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: 112.3 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 early in the drive near Mehaffey Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 202.2 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: near the start (Mehaffey Road): Navigation decision point; at 147.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 196.1 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
1,981 ft511 ft
Total Climb
1,755 ft
Total Descent
1,814 ft
Highest Point
1,981 ft
~72.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,470 ft
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 Spring Hill, TN to Spring Hill, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Murfreesboro along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 202.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 112.3 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 Spring Hill, 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: near the start (Mehaffey Road): Navigation decision point; at 147.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 196.1 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Spring Hill, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
