How far is Franklin, TN from La Vergne, TN?
The driving distance from Franklin, TN to La Vergne, TN is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 16m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin and La Vergne.
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Start on Public Square
127 m · 7 sec · Public Square
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Exit the rotary onto 3rd Avenue South
1778 ft · 34 sec · 3rd Avenue South
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Continue on Murfreesboro Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Murfreesboro Road
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Take the exit left
1707 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
8.5 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 254 East: Old Hickory Boulevard
1813 ft · 34 sec
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Turn straight onto Old Hickory Boulevard
4.8 mi · 8 min · Old Hickory Boulevard
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Continue on Bell Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Bell Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
2055 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Waldron Road, La Vergne
721 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on La Vergne, Waldron Road
85 m · 7 sec
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Turn slight right onto Waldron Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Waldron Road
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Continue on Parthenon Boulevard
757 ft · 21 sec · Parthenon Boulevard
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Turn right onto International Boulevard
121 m · 22 sec · International Boulevard
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Turn left onto Waldron Road
1 km · 2 min · Waldron Road
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Turn right onto Mason Road
33 m · 5 sec · Mason Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mason Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Franklin and La Vergne.
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.
Murfreesboro Road
Merge slight left
8.51 mi · 00h 09m
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.
Sunny leaving Franklin and Sunny near La Vergne.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Franklin to La Vergne?
The road trip is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?
Brentwood Estates is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Franklin and 13.4 miles from La Vergne.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 7:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.54 one way or $7.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Franklin and Sunny near La Vergne.
Stop Ideas Near Brentwood Estates
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Franklin and La Vergne. Straight-line distance: 17.22 mi (27.72 km).
#1 Franklin
The second most populous city in Williamson County, Tennessee.
| Population | 85,316 |
| Coordinates | 35.9250600, -86.8688900 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Vergne
City in Rutherford County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 35,646 |
| Coordinates | 36.0156200, -86.5819400 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Vergne (-86.58194, 36.01562)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.54 | $7.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.37 | $8.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.99 | $9.97 |
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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