How far is Rutherford, TN from Trenton, TN?
The driving distance from Rutherford, TN to Trenton, TN is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 33m 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.
Human settlement in Gibson 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 Rutherford and Trenton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rutherford and Trenton.
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Start on East Main Street
32 m · 7 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Trenton Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · South Trenton Street
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Continue on North Main Street
3135 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn right
903 ft · 18 sec
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Turn left
7.2 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto North College Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · North College Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward East Eaton Street
619 ft · 11 sec · East Eaton Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Eaton Street
5 m · 1 sec · East Eaton Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Eaton Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rutherford and Trenton.
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.
Longest stretch
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7.24 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Sunny leaving Rutherford and Sunny near Trenton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rutherford to Trenton?
The road trip is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km) and usually takes 00h 16m 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?
Dyer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.2 miles from Rutherford and 6.2 miles from Trenton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.4 miles (16.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.9 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 7:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.68 one way or $3.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rutherford and Sunny near Trenton.
Stop Ideas Near Dyer
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rutherford and Trenton. Straight-line distance: 10.45 mi (16.82 km).
#1 Rutherford
County in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 1,064 |
| Coordinates | 36.1275700, -88.9859000 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Trenton
City in Gibson County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 4,147 |
| Coordinates | 35.9806200, -88.9414500 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Eaton Street (-88.941443, 35.980713)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.90 | $1.68 | $3.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $1.88 | $3.75 |
| Premium | $4.77 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
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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