How far is Red Bank, TN from Gallatin, TN?
The driving distance from Red Bank, TN to Gallatin, TN is about 194.9 miles (313.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.3 miles (254.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 21m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Cumberland County, Tennessee, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Red Bank and Gallatin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Bank and Gallatin.
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Start on Pam Lane
37 m · 6 sec · Pam Lane
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Turn left onto Schoolhouse Gap Road
2019 ft · 1 min · Schoolhouse Gap Road
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Turn slight right onto Cavern Road
1.2 mi · 4 min · Cavern Road
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Turn straight onto Dry Valley Road
2413 ft · 1 min · Dry Valley Road
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Turn straight onto Old Cades Cove Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Old Cades Cove Road
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Turn straight onto Old Tuckaleechee Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Old Tuckaleechee Road
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Turn left onto East Lamar Alexander Parkway
13.8 mi · 21 min · East Lamar Alexander Parkway
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Continue on East Lamar Alexander Parkway
27 mi · 36 min · East Lamar Alexander Parkway
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Take the exit left toward I 40 West: Nashville
1324 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
131.5 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 109: Gallatin
1834 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right
12.7 mi · 18 min
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Continue on South Water Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Water Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
21 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Red Bank and Gallatin.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 West
Merge slight left
132 mi · 02h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Red Bank and Chance Rain Showers near Gallatin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Red Bank to Gallatin?
The road trip is about 194.9 miles (313.7 km) and usually takes 03h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Crossville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.7 miles from Red Bank and 99.2 miles from Gallatin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.3 miles (254.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:16 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.94 one way or $51.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Red Bank and Gallatin, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Red Bank and Chance Rain Showers near Gallatin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Red Bank and Gallatin. Straight-line distance: 158.28 mi (254.73 km).
#1 Red Bank
City in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 11,881 |
| Coordinates | 35.6434200, -83.7682300 |
| Altitude | 446 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gallatin
The most populous city in Sumner County, Tennessee.
| Population | 44,335 |
| Coordinates | 36.3883800, -86.4466600 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-86.446614, 36.388267)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 314 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
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 | $25.94 | $51.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.26 | $58.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.02 | $64.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.49 | $72.98 |
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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