How far is Patterson, TN from Plainview, TN?
The driving distance from Patterson, TN to Plainview, TN is about 26.5 miles (42.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.1 miles (27.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Patterson and Plainview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Patterson and Plainview.
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Start on Patterson Road
9 m · 2 sec · Patterson Road
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Turn right onto Rehobath Road
2.3 mi · 5 min · Rehobath Road
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Turn right onto Murfreesboro Road
2822 ft · 53 sec · Murfreesboro Road
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Turn left onto Almaville Road
3242 ft · 1 min · Almaville Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 840 East: Murfreesboro
2163 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
5.4 mi · 6 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
13.5 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Buchanan, Epps Mill Road
1262 ft · 27 sec
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Turn slight right onto Epps Mill Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Epps Mill Road
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Continue on Epps Mill Road
3119 ft · 2 min · Epps Mill Road
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Turn left onto Plainview Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Plainview Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Plainview Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Patterson and Plainview.
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.
I 24 East
Merge slight left
13.5 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Patterson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Plainview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Patterson to Plainview?
The road trip is about 26.5 miles (42.6 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Murfreesboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.2 miles from Patterson and 13.2 miles from Plainview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.1 miles (27.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.51 one way or $7.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Patterson and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Plainview.
Stop Ideas Near Murfreesboro
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Patterson and Plainview. Straight-line distance: 17.1 mi (27.52 km).
#1 Patterson
Patterson is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.8231200, -86.6094400 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plainview
City in Union County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 2,184 |
| Coordinates | 35.6997900, -86.3449900 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Plainview Road (-86.345125, 35.699797)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.51 | $7.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.96 | $7.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
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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