How far is Estill Springs, TN from Franklin, TN?
The driving distance from Estill Springs, TN to Franklin, TN is about 82.7 miles (133.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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 01h 29m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Bedford County, Virginia, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Estill Springs and Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Estill Springs and Franklin.
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Start on South Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Tullahoma Highway
4.3 mi · 5 min · Tullahoma Highway
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Continue on South Jackson Street
19.7 mi · 24 min · South Jackson Street
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Continue on Elm Street
2895 ft · 51 sec · Elm Street
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Continue on Union Street
25.6 mi · 38 min · Union Street
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Turn straight onto Horton Highway
3.4 mi · 5 min · Horton Highway
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Turn left onto Murfreesboro Road
12.8 mi · 19 min · Murfreesboro Road
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Continue on 3rd Avenue South
1761 ft · 35 sec · 3rd Avenue South
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Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
121 m · 7 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 Estill Springs and Franklin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Union Street
Continue on Union Street
25.6 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Estill Springs and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Estill Springs to Franklin?
The road trip is about 82.7 miles (133.1 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Bedford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Estill Springs and 48.7 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.01 one way or $22.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Estill Springs and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near Bedford
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 Bedford.
Nashville, TN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Estill Springs and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 61.45 mi (98.9 km).
#1 Estill Springs
City in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 2,040 |
| Coordinates | 35.2706400, -86.1280400 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| 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: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $11.01 | $22.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.42 | $24.84 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.59 | $27.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.49 | $30.98 |
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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