How far is Cowan, TN from Three Forks, TN?
The driving distance from Cowan, TN to Three Forks, TN is about 15.6 miles (25.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.4 miles (15.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Tennessee, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cowan and Three Forks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cowan and Three Forks.
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Start on Tennessee Avenue North
3 m · 2 sec · Tennessee Avenue North
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Turn right onto Cumberland Street East
1.8 mi · 3 min · Cumberland Street East
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Continue on Cowan Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Cowan Highway
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Take the ramp left
1144 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Drive
3.1 mi · 4 min · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto Rowe Gap Road
5 mi · 7 min · Rowe Gap Road
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Turn right onto Keith Springs Mountain Road
40 m · 7 sec · Keith Springs Mountain Road
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Continue on Keith Springs Mountain Road
3.6 mi · 14 min · Keith Springs Mountain Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Keith Springs Mountain Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cowan and Three Forks.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Rowe Gap Road
Turn left onto Rowe Gap Road
5.03 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Cowan and Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny near Three Forks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cowan to Three Forks?
The road trip is about 15.6 miles (25.1 km) and usually takes 00h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Winchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.8 miles from Cowan and 7.8 miles from Three Forks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.4 miles (15.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.07 one way or $4.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Cowan and Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny near Three Forks.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cowan and Three Forks. Straight-line distance: 9.45 mi (15.21 km).
#1 Cowan
Human settlement in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,668 |
| Coordinates | 35.1645300, -86.0105400 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Three Forks
Three Forks is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.0523100, -86.1061000 |
| Altitude | 562 |
| Country | United States |
End: Three Forks (-86.1061, 35.05231)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.07 | $4.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.92 | $5.83 |
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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