How far is Lexington, TN from Hendersonville, TN?
The driving distance from Lexington, TN to Hendersonville, TN is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109 miles (175.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m 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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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 Lexington and Hendersonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lexington and Hendersonville.
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Start on North Broad Street
9.7 mi · 14 min · North Broad Street
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Take the ramp right toward Primary SR 22: Parkers Crossroad, Lexington, Huntingdon
1179 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
99.3 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 North: Louisville
1986 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on Downtown Loop
1.7 mi · 2 min · Downtown Loop
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Keep slight left to continue on I 24 West, I 65 North: Clarksville, Louisville
8.9 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
1170 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
2.4 mi · 3 min · Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville
1580 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hendersonville
50 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto Center Point Road
834 ft · 39 sec · Center Point Road
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Walton Ferry Road
16 m · 1 sec · Walton Ferry Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walton Ferry Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lexington and Hendersonville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Primary SR 22
Merge slight left
99.3 mi · 01h 47m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lexington and Chance Rain Showers near Hendersonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lexington to Hendersonville?
The road trip is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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 62.9 miles from Lexington and 63.5 miles from Hendersonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109 miles (175.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 2:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.82 one way or $33.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lexington and Chance Rain Showers near Hendersonville.
Stop Ideas Near Dickson
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lexington and Hendersonville. Straight-line distance: 108.96 mi (175.35 km).
#1 Lexington
City in Henderson County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 7,866 |
| Coordinates | 35.6509000, -88.3933800 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hendersonville
The most populous city in Sumner County, Tennessee.
| Population | 59,323 |
| Coordinates | 36.3047700, -86.6200000 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walton Ferry Road (-86.619965, 36.30477)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 204 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $16.82 | $33.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.97 | $37.94 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.76 | $41.51 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.66 | $47.31 |
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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