How far is Sneedville, TN from Franklin, TN?

Fastest route

The distance between Sneedville, Tennessee 37869 and Franklin, Tennessee is approximately 263 miles (423 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 26 minutes via US-11W S and I-40 W.

Directions

  1. Start your journey by heading southwest on TN-33 S/Main St toward Court St.
  2. Continue to follow TN-33 S and then onto TN-31 S/TN-66 S.
  3. Turn right onto Old Hwy 11 W, then right onto Lee Hwy/Old Lee Hwy.
  4. Next, turn right onto US-11W S/US-25 E N and then make a slight right to stay on US-11W S.
  5. Use the right lane to take the ramp onto I-40 W.
  6. Follow I-40 W and take exit 68B for Cool Springs Blvd in Franklin.
  7. Keep right at the fork to stay on I-40 W, merge onto I-65 S, and take exit 68B for Cool Springs Blvd W.
  8. Merge onto Cool Springs Blvd, turn right onto Mack Hatcher Mem Pkwy, and use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Franklin Rd.
  9. Continue onto Public Square until you reach your destination.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Plan your trip in advance and familiarize yourself with the route to avoid any confusion.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before embarking on the journey.
  • 🚗 Consider using a GPS or navigation app to help you navigate the route.
  • 🕑 Take breaks during the journey to rest, stretch, and stay refreshed.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic rules and regulations for a safe and smooth trip.
  • 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and have emergency contact numbers handy.
  • 📝 Carry a physical map or have a backup plan in case of any technological issues.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
263.49 mi
04h 25m
Flight
207.75 mi
334.34 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
207.75 mi
Kilometers
334.34 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Road route
263.49 mi
Kilometers
424.05 km
Drive Time
04h 25m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Franklin
Sat, Apr 18, 11:52 PM CDT
Return by in Sneedville
Sun, Apr 19, 5:18 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sneedville
2026-04-18T20:26
Arrive Franklin
Sun, Apr 19, 12:52 AM EDT
Route Timing
04h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:26 AM to 11:26 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:08 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sneedville
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Crossville
TN

City in and county seat of Cumberland County, Tennessee, United States

From Sneedville
132 mi
02h 12m
To Franklin
131.5 mi
02h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
80°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sneedville and Franklin.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sneedville and Franklin.

  1. 1

    Start on Main Street

    1.6 km · 2 min · Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    736 ft · 14 sec

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    17.1 mi · 25 min

  4. 4

    Turn right

    3.3 mi · 5 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right

    1851 ft · 51 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Appalachian Highway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Appalachian Highway

  7. 7

    Keep slight right

    40.1 mi · 46 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    1727 ft · 42 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    23.6 mi · 28 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Nashville

    154.8 mi · 2 hr 47 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I 24 East, I 440 West: Memphis, Chattanooga

    1.3 km · 1 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward I 440 West: Memphis

    2313 ft · 52 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Nashville, Huntsville

    638 ft · 16 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Huntsville

    825 ft · 16 sec

  16. 16

    Continue on 65: Huntsville

    2711 ft · 58 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left

    14.1 mi · 15 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro

    1498 ft · 40 sec

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Murfreesboro Road

    2.3 mi · 4 min · Murfreesboro Road

  20. 20

    Continue on 3rd Avenue South

    1761 ft · 34 sec · 3rd Avenue South

  21. 21

    Enter the roundabout toward Public Square

    121 m · 7 sec · Public Square

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Public Square

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sneedville and Franklin.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
22 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Nashville
155 mi · 59%
Appalachian Highway
66.2 mi · 25%
Main Street
18.6 mi · 7%
65
14.7 mi · 6%
Murfreesboro Road
2.34 mi · 1%
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
2.15 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Nashville

Keep slight right to continue on Nashville

155 mi · 02h 47m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 25m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+55.8 mi
207.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Crossville
02h 12m from Sneedville
Leave By
8:08 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sneedville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Franklin.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sneedville to Franklin?

The road trip is about 263.5 miles (424 km) and usually takes 04h 25m 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 132 miles from Sneedville and 131.5 miles from Franklin.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 207.7 miles (334.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.8 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 8:08 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.07 one way or $70.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.6 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Sneedville and Franklin, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sneedville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Franklin.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sneedville and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 207.75 mi (334.34 km).

Sneedville

#1 Sneedville

City in Hancock County, Tennessee, United States of America

Population1,322
Coordinates36.5298100, -83.2174000
Altitude357
CountryUnited States
Franklin

#2 Franklin

The second most populous city in Williamson County, Tennessee.

Population85,316
Coordinates35.9250600, -86.8688900
Altitude196
CountryUnited States
Start: Main Street (-83.217295, 36.529717)
End: Public Square (-86.868874, 35.925004)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 424 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 23m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.3 gal
35.2 L · about $35.07
Round trip
$70.14
18.6 gal · 70.4 L
Estimated CO2
82.6 kg one way
Round trip: 165.3 kg / 364 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $35.07 $70.14
Mid-grade $4.25 $39.55 $79.11
Premium $4.65 $43.28 $86.56
Diesel $5.30 $49.33 $98.65

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Tennessee · Apr 19, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Sneedville, TN and Franklin, TN. The current time in Sneedville is 20:26:58, although it is 19:26:58 in Franklin.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.