Origin
Springfield, TN
Late night in Springfield on Sunday
Local time
2:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, TN to Cross Plains, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
12.3 mi
20 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, TN
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Cross Plains, TN
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Trip Overview
Springfield, TN to Cross Plains, TN is 12.3 miles and takes about 18 minutes via TN 25, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays entirely within Tennessee, connecting two communities in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive, perfect for a quick excursion or a component of a larger journey. You won't encounter any significant changes in scenery or road type, making it a simple and predictable route for any traveler.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 5th Avenue | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| TN 25 | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| East Robertson Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East 5th Avenue
— 8.1 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, TN and Cross Plains, TN.
1
Start on South Main Street
45 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn right onto TN 49
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
East 5th Avenue
3
Continue on TN 25
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
TN 25
4
Turn left onto East Robertson Road
107 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Robertson Road
5
Arrive at destination
East Robertson Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
TN 49 / East 5th Avenue
Turn right onto TN 49 / East 5th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
12.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
East Robertson Road
Turn left onto East Robertson Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.92 one way
$3.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.11 | $4.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.37 | $4.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.72 | $5.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Cross Plains, TN
Late night in Cross Plains on Sunday
Local time
2:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m 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?
This drive features a mixed profile, with 34% of the journey on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 8.1 miles on East 5th Avenue, which transitions into TN 25 and then East Robertson Road. While not exclusively highway, the route offers a blend of faster-paced driving and more local road conditions. Expect a straightforward driving experience without extreme technical sections or monotonous stretches.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.1 mi on East 5th Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TN 49 / East 5th Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Springfield, TN to Cross Plains, TN is easy. At 18m with 34% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TN 49 / East 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (East Robertson Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 12.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.1 miles on East 5th Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (TN 49 / East 5th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (East Robertson Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cross Plains, 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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