How far is Lynchburg, TN from Franklin, TN?
The driving distance from Lynchburg, TN to Franklin, TN is about 59 miles (94.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Rutherford County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lynchburg and Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lynchburg and Franklin.
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Start on Hiles Street
52 m · 5 sec · Hiles Street
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Continue on Hiles Street
53 m · 10 sec · Hiles Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1191 ft · 33 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Lynchburg Highway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Lynchburg Highway
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Turn left onto Flat Creek Highway
12.8 mi · 19 min · Flat Creek Highway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Brittain Street
1623 ft · 27 sec · South Brittain Street
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Continue on South Jefferson Street
2663 ft · 47 sec · South Jefferson Street
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Continue on East Lane Street
146 m · 10 sec · East Lane Street
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Continue on Lane Parkway
1.4 km · 1 min · Lane Parkway
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Turn left onto 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 Lynchburg 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
Turn left onto 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.
Sunny leaving Lynchburg and Sunny near Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lynchburg to Franklin?
The road trip is about 59 miles (94.9 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Eagleville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.6 miles from Lynchburg and 29.3 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.12 one way or $16.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lynchburg and Sunny near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near Eagleville
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 Eagleville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lynchburg and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 52.34 mi (84.23 km).
#1 Lynchburg
Lynchburg is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.2831400, -86.3741600 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| 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: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $3.90 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $9.08 | $18.16 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $9.93 | $19.86 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $12.48 | $24.97 |
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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