Origin
Springfield, TN
Late night in Springfield on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, TN to Gallatin, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
31 mi
50 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 45m
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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Gallatin, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Springfield and Gallatin, this 31-mile journey is a straightforward commute across the Tennessee landscape. Expect to spend about 46 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect day trip that leaves you plenty of time at your destination. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical route for a short excursion within the Southeast region. You will primarily utilize TN 25, East 5th Avenue, and Red River Road to navigate between these two points. Because the trip is short and efficient, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TN 25 | 22.2 mi | 33m |
| East 5th Avenue | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| Red River Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TN 25
— 22.2 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, TN and Gallatin, 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
22 mi
·
33 min
·
TN 25
4
At end of road, turn left onto TN 25
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Red River Road
5
Continue on TN 25
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Arrive at destination
TN 25
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Springfield, 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
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.3 — 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
30.3 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
TN 25 / Red River Road
At end of road, turn left onto TN 25 / Red River Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.85 one way
$9.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.97 | $11.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.84 | $13.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Gallatin, TN
Late night in Gallatin on Tuesday
Local time
4:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
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
46m 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 is heavily highway-focused, with about 72% of the trip spent on faster-paced roads. You will find that the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 22.2 miles on TN 25, allowing for a steady rhythm once you clear the local segments. While the route transitions through varied road types, the character remains consistent with a functional, efficient drive rather than a winding backroads adventure. Navigating through East 5th Avenue and Red River Road provides a shift in pace, but the highway sections dominate the experience. You can expect a reliable, predictable flow throughout the 46-minute duration as you move across the region.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.2 mi on TN 25.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TN 25 and East 5th Avenue. 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 Gallatin, TN is easy. At 46m with 72% 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 30.3 miles (TN 25 / Red River Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 31 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.2 miles on TN 25. 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 30.3 miles (TN 25 / Red River Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gallatin, 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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