How far is Brentwood, TN from Cookeville, TN?
The driving distance from Brentwood, TN to Cookeville, TN is about 94.4 miles (152 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.8 miles (128.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 36m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Cumberland County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brentwood and Cookeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brentwood and Cookeville.
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Start on Andes Road
1468 ft · 40 sec · Andes Road
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Continue on Chert Pit Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Chert Pit Road
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Turn right onto Middlebrook Pike
2804 ft · 1 min · Middlebrook Pike
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Turn left onto North Cedar Bluff Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Cedar Bluff Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 40, I 75
60 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto I 40 West, I 75 South: Nashville, Chattanooga
1309 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
9.4 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
77.8 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 70N: Cookeville
1290 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 70N: Cookeville
116 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto East Spring Street
3 mi · 5 min · East Spring Street
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Continue on East Spring Street
2784 ft · 57 sec · East Spring Street
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Turn right onto South Dixie Avenue
82 m · 12 sec · South Dixie Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Dixie Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brentwood and Cookeville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Nashville
Keep slight right to continue on Nashville
77.8 mi · 01h 24m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Brentwood and Mostly Sunny near Cookeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brentwood to Cookeville?
The road trip is about 94.4 miles (152 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Crab Orchard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.2 miles from Brentwood and 47.3 miles from Cookeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.8 miles (128.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 2:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.56 one way or $25.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Brentwood and Cookeville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brentwood and Mostly Sunny near Cookeville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brentwood and Cookeville. Straight-line distance: 79.85 mi (128.5 km).
#1 Brentwood
A city in Williamson County, Tennessee.
| Population | 42,876 |
| Coordinates | 35.9561900, -84.0951900 |
| Altitude | 327 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cookeville
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 35,060 |
| Coordinates | 36.1628400, -85.5016400 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cookeville (-85.50164, 36.16284)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 152 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $12.56 | $25.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.16 | $28.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.66 | $35.32 |
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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