How far is Bradford, TN from Franklin, TN?
The driving distance from Bradford, TN to Franklin, TN is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109 miles (175.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Humphreys County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bradford and Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradford and Franklin.
-
1
Start on East Main Street
842 ft · 19 sec · East Main Street
-
2
At the end of the road, turn right
47 m · 9 sec
-
3
Turn left onto West Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Main Street
-
4
Turn left
7.3 mi · 8 min
-
5
Turn left onto Cades Atwood Road
5.8 mi · 8 min · Cades Atwood Road
-
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Atwood Highway
9 m · 1 sec · Atwood Highway
-
7
Turn right onto Oasis Road
698 ft · 31 sec · Oasis Road
-
8
Turn left
1.4 mi · 2 min
-
9
Turn right
9.1 mi · 16 min
-
10
Turn left onto State Highway 220
4.5 mi · 8 min · State Highway 220
-
11
Turn right onto Broadway of America
2388 ft · 47 sec · Broadway of America
-
12
Turn left onto TN 104
8 mi · 11 min · TN 104
-
13
Take the ramp left toward SR 104
1235 ft · 26 sec
-
14
Merge slight left
81 mi · 1 hr 27 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward Primary SR 96: Fairview, Franklin
868 ft · 32 sec
-
16
Turn left onto Highway 96
4.8 mi · 6 min · Highway 96
-
17
Merge slight left onto Fairview Boulevard
5.2 mi · 6 min · Fairview Boulevard
-
18
Take the exit slight right
89 m · 8 sec
-
19
Turn right onto State Highway 96
11.8 mi · 15 min · State Highway 96
-
20
Continue on Bridge Street
928 ft · 40 sec · Bridge Street
-
21
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
591 ft · 13 sec · 3rd Avenue North
-
22
Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
53 m · 3 sec · Public Square
-
23
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Public Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bradford and Franklin.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
SR 104
Merge slight left
81 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bradford and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bradford to Franklin?
The road trip is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
New Johnsonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.5 miles from Bradford and 67.4 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109 miles (175.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.8 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.33 one way or $36.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bradford and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near New Johnsonville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to New Johnsonville.
Clarksville, TN
Fulton
Nashville, TN
Newbern–Dyersburg
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bradford and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 109.01 mi (175.43 km).
#1 Bradford
Town in Gibson County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,011 |
| Coordinates | 36.0764500, -88.8100600 |
| Altitude | 111 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Franklin
The second most populous city in Williamson County, Tennessee.
| Population | 85,316 |
| Coordinates | 35.9250600, -86.8688900 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
End: Public Square (-86.868874, 35.925004)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 222 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $18.33 | $36.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.67 | $41.34 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.62 | $45.24 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.78 | $51.55 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Tennessee · May 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.