How far is East Brainerd, TN from Gallatin, TN?
The driving distance from East Brainerd, TN to Gallatin, TN is about 154.8 miles (249.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.6 miles (194.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 18m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Brainerd and Gallatin.
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Start on Iris Drive
146 m · 28 sec · Iris Drive
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Turn left onto Graysville Road
3131 ft · 2 min · Graysville Road
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Turn left onto East Brainerd Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Brainerd Road
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Take the ramp left
1226 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
111.3 mi · 2 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 840 East: Lebanon, Knoxville
3232 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
18.5 mi · 20 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 265 West: Central Pike
1510 ft · 52 sec
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Continue on Central Pike
16.8 mi · 23 min · Central Pike
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Continue on South Water Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Water Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
21 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between East Brainerd and Gallatin.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Chattanooga
Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
111 mi · 02h 06m
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 East Brainerd and Sunny near Gallatin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from East Brainerd to Gallatin?
The road trip is about 154.8 miles (249.2 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.3 miles from East Brainerd and 77.5 miles from Gallatin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.6 miles (194.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.59 one way or $41.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between East Brainerd and Gallatin, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around East Brainerd and Sunny near Gallatin.
Stop Ideas Near Manchester
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between East Brainerd and Gallatin. Straight-line distance: 120.61 mi (194.11 km).
#1 East Brainerd
Unincorporated community in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 15,114 |
| Coordinates | 34.9959100, -85.1502300 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gallatin
The most populous city in Sumner County, Tennessee.
| Population | 44,335 |
| Coordinates | 36.3883800, -86.4466600 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-86.446614, 36.388267)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $20.59 | $41.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.22 | $46.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.41 | $50.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.96 | $57.92 |
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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