How far is Decatur, TN from Franklin, TN?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Decatur and Franklin is 120 miles (193.12 km).
Flight distance from Decatur, TN to Franklin, TN is 120 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Decatur to Franklin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Decatur, Tennessee to Franklin, Tennessee is: 165.52 miles (266.37 km) by car.
Driving from Decatur to Franklin will take approximately 02 hours 59 minutes.
#1 Decatur
Human settlement in Meigs County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1663 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°30'53"N 84°47'25"W |
| Latitude | 35.5147900 |
| Longitude | -84.7902200 |
| Altitude | 237 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Franklin
The second most populous city in Williamson County, Tennessee. It is located in the Nashville metropolitan area. Franklin is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Carnton Plantation and the Frist Art Museum.
| Population | 85316 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°55'30"N 86°52'8"W |
| Latitude | 35.9250600 |
| Longitude | -86.8688900 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Franklin: Public Square (-86.868874,35.925004)
Estimated Travel Time Between Decatur and Franklin
The distance between Decatur and Franklin is 266 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 57 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Decatur, TN and Franklin, TN. The current time in Decatur is 06:01:51, although it is 05:01:51 in Franklin.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 08 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 18 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 03 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.11 liters (5.84 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Decatur and Franklin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Decatur to Franklin is $18.34 (diesel $24.43).
Tennessee gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.14 | $3.56 | $3.93 | $4.18 |
| Total | $18.34 | $20.78 | $22.97 | $24.43 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Tennessee ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.140 (Diesel $4.183) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Decatur and Franklin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from East Chattanooga, TN to Decatur 42.57 miles (69 km)
Driving distance from New South Memphis, TN to Decatur 375.92 miles (605 km)
Driving distance from City of Murfreesboro, TN to Decatur 122.8 miles (198 km)
