How far is Athens, TN from Brentwood, TN?
The driving distance from Athens, TN to Brentwood, TN is about 50.8 miles (81.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Loudon County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Athens and Brentwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Athens and Brentwood.
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Start on Washington Avenue
57 m · 9 sec · Washington Avenue
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Turn left onto North White Street
75 m · 12 sec · North White Street
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Turn left onto East Madison Avenue
943 ft · 26 sec · East Madison Avenue
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Turn left onto Green Street
76 m · 6 sec · Green Street
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Turn slight right onto Ingleside Avenue
2.8 mi · 5 min · Ingleside Avenue
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Continue on John J Duncan Parkway
1.9 mi · 3 min · John J Duncan Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right
1657 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
41.7 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Cedar Bluff Road
2221 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left onto North Cedar Bluff Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Cedar Bluff Road
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Turn right onto Middlebrook Pike
2844 ft · 1 min · Middlebrook Pike
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Turn left onto Chert Pit Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Chert Pit Road
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Continue on Andes Road
1468 ft · 40 sec · Andes Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Andes Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Athens and Brentwood.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
John J Duncan Parkway
Merge slight left
41.7 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Athens and Showers And Thunderstorms near Brentwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Athens to Brentwood?
The road trip is about 50.8 miles (81.8 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Loudon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.4 miles from Athens and 25.4 miles from Brentwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.2 miles (72.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.75 one way or $13.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Athens and Showers And Thunderstorms near Brentwood.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Athens and Brentwood. Straight-line distance: 45.15 mi (72.66 km).
#1 Athens
Town in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 14,120 |
| Coordinates | 35.4428500, -84.5929900 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brentwood
A city in Williamson County, Tennessee.
| Population | 42,876 |
| Coordinates | 35.9561900, -84.0951900 |
| Altitude | 327 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brentwood (-84.09519, 35.95619)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.61 | $15.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.33 | $16.66 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
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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