How far is Franklin, TN from New Johnsonville, TN?
The driving distance from Franklin, TN to New Johnsonville, TN is about 71.6 miles (115.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.8 miles (99.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Franklin and New Johnsonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin and New Johnsonville.
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Start on Public Square
99 m · 6 sec · Public Square
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Exit the rotary onto Main Street
872 ft · 21 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue North
655 ft · 21 sec · 5th Avenue North
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Turn left onto State Highway 96
11.8 mi · 15 min · State Highway 96
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At the end of the road, turn left
5.4 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue on Highway 96
2.5 mi · 3 min · Highway 96
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Take the exit left
1126 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
8.9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 46: Centerville, Dickson
1446 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right
4.4 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto East College Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · East College Street
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Continue on West College Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · West College Street
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Continue on Broadway of America Highway
32.1 mi · 48 min · Broadway of America Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Franklin and New Johnsonville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Broadway of America Highway
Continue on Broadway of America Highway
32.1 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Franklin and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Johnsonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Franklin to New Johnsonville?
The road trip is about 71.6 miles (115.2 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Dickson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.7 miles from Franklin and 35.9 miles from New Johnsonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.8 miles (99.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.8 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 3:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.54 one way or $19.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Franklin and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Johnsonville.
Stop Ideas Near Dickson
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 Dickson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Franklin and New Johnsonville. Straight-line distance: 61.76 mi (99.39 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 New Johnsonville
City in Humphreys County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 1,871 |
| Coordinates | 36.0211700, -87.9669800 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Johnsonville (-87.96698, 36.02117)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.76 | $21.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.77 | $23.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
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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