How far is Alcoa, TN from Gallatin, TN?
The driving distance from Alcoa, TN to Gallatin, TN is about 174 miles (280.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.2 miles (232 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alcoa and Gallatin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alcoa and Gallatin.
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Start on Springbrook Road
7 m · 2 sec · Springbrook Road
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Continue on Springbrook Road
24 m · 3 sec · Springbrook Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Springbrook Road
29 m · 3 sec · Springbrook Road
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Turn left onto Springbrook Road
35 m · 4 sec · Springbrook Road
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Continue on East Edison Street
1240 ft · 36 sec · East Edison Street
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Turn left onto North Wright Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · North Wright Road
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Take the ramp straight
80 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto Alcoa Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Alcoa Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 140 North
1086 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pellissippi Parkway
11.3 mi · 13 min · Pellissippi Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40 West, I 75 South: Nashville, Chattanooga
2411 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight left
3090 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
7.2 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
136 mi · 2 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 109: Gallatin
1834 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right
12.7 mi · 18 min
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Continue on South Water Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Water Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
21 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alcoa and Gallatin.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Nashville
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
136 mi · 02h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Alcoa and Sunny near Gallatin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alcoa to Gallatin?
The road trip is about 174 miles (280.1 km) and usually takes 02h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Monterey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.9 miles from Alcoa and 87.1 miles from Gallatin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.2 miles (232 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.15 one way or $46.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Alcoa and Gallatin, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Alcoa and Sunny near Gallatin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alcoa and Gallatin. Straight-line distance: 144.13 mi (231.96 km).
#1 Alcoa
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 10,382 |
| Coordinates | 35.7895300, -83.9737900 |
| Altitude | 257 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gallatin
The most populous city in Sumner County, Tennessee.
| Population | 44,335 |
| Coordinates | 36.3883800, -86.4466600 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-86.446614, 36.388267)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 280 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $23.15 | $46.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.11 | $52.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.58 | $57.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.57 | $65.13 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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