How far is Covington, TN from Franklin, TN?
The driving distance from Covington, TN to Franklin, TN is about 172.7 miles (278 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.8 miles (253.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Covington and Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Covington and Franklin.
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Start on West Court Square
56 m · 10 sec · West Court Square
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Turn left onto West Pleasant Avenue
558 ft · 15 sec · West Pleasant Avenue
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Turn left onto South Maple Street
92 m · 7 sec · South Maple Street
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Turn right onto East Liberty Avenue
1985 ft · 34 sec · East Liberty Avenue
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Continue on State Route 54
21.7 mi · 32 min · State Route 54
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Main Street
120 m · 7 sec · East Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
9.7 mi · 14 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto US 70: Fort Pillow State Historic Park
784 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left
115.9 mi · 2 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Primary SR 96: Fairview, Franklin
868 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto Highway 96
4.8 mi · 6 min · Highway 96
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Merge slight left onto Fairview Boulevard
5.2 mi · 6 min · Fairview Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
89 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 96
11.8 mi · 15 min · State Highway 96
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Continue on Bridge Street
928 ft · 40 sec · Bridge Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
591 ft · 12 sec · 3rd Avenue North
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Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
53 m · 3 sec · Public Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Public Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Covington 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.
US 70
Merge slight left
116 mi · 02h 05m
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 Covington and Sunny near Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Covington to Franklin?
The road trip is about 172.7 miles (278 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Pleasant Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.1 miles from Covington and 87.7 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.8 miles (253.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.97 one way or $45.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Covington and Sunny near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near Pleasant Hill
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 Pleasant Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Covington and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 157.74 mi (253.85 km).
#1 Covington
City in Tipton County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 8,810 |
| Coordinates | 35.5642500, -89.6464700 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| 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: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $22.97 | $45.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.90 | $51.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.34 | $56.69 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.30 | $64.60 |
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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