Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
26.3 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whiteville, TN
Kelly
Middleton, TN
Kelly
Whiteville, TN to Middleton, TN is 26.3 miles and takes about 36m via TN 125, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short journey stays within the Southeast region, specifically within Tennessee. It's a straightforward highway-focused drive, perfect for a quick trip or as part of a larger itinerary. Given the minimal distance and duration, you won't need an overnight stay, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, making for an easy transit between these two communities.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TN 125 | 13.4 mi | 19m |
| US 64 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| West Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Whiteville, TN and Middleton, TN.
Start on this road
Turn left onto US 64 Business
At end of road, turn left onto US 64
Turn right onto SR 125
Continue on TN 125
Continue on SR 125
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 11.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 64 Business / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto US 64
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 125 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.88 one way
$7.77 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $4.29 | $8.58 |
| premium | $4.72 | $4.88 | $9.77 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $4.97 | $9.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Whiteville on Sunday
Local time
4:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Patchy Fog
Destination
Late night in Middleton on Sunday
Local time
4:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Patchy Fog
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
This route is predominantly a highway experience, with 90% of the drive taking place on major roadways. You'll begin on TN 125, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 13.4 miles. This section, along with US 64 and West Main Street, provides a consistent, high-speed feel. Expect a smooth and efficient journey with minimal slowdowns, characteristic of a highway-focused profile. The road character remains largely consistent, making it a predictable and easy drive from start to finish.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TN 125 and US 64. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 64 Business / West Main Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Whiteville, TN to Middleton, TN is easy. At 36m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 64 Business / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 64): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (SR 125 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
242 ft
Total Descent
321 ft
Highest Point
492 ft
Elevation Range
116 ft
Founded 1800
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 26.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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