How far is South Pittsburg, TN from Franklin, TN?
The driving distance from South Pittsburg, TN to Franklin, TN is about 106.6 miles (171.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91 miles (146.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Bedford County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Pittsburg and Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Pittsburg and Franklin.
-
1
Start on the route
30 m · 13 sec
-
2
Turn left onto 3rd Street
1214 ft · 35 sec · 3rd Street
-
3
Turn left
2.2 mi · 3 min
-
4
Keep slight left to continue on US 64, I 24: Nashville
30.8 mi · 37 min
-
5
Continue straight
47.8 mi · 51 min
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 840 West: Memphis, Franklin
1.4 km · 2 min
-
7
Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
10.3 mi · 11 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 31A, US 41A: Shelbyville, Lewisburg
2443 ft · 46 sec
-
9
Turn right onto Horton Highway
2665 ft · 58 sec · Horton Highway
-
10
Turn left onto Murfreesboro Road
12.8 mi · 19 min · Murfreesboro Road
-
11
Continue on 3rd Avenue South
1761 ft · 35 sec · 3rd Avenue South
-
12
Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
121 m · 7 sec · Public Square
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Public Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Pittsburg and Franklin.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 64
Continue straight
47.8 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving South Pittsburg 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 South Pittsburg to Franklin?
The road trip is about 106.6 miles (171.5 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
Wartrace is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.3 miles from South Pittsburg and 53.4 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91 miles (146.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.18 one way or $28.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around South Pittsburg and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near Wartrace
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 Wartrace.
Nashville, TN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Pittsburg and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 90.94 mi (146.36 km).
#1 South Pittsburg
City in Marion County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 3,009 |
| Coordinates | 35.0123000, -85.7044100 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| 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: 172 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $14.18 | $28.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.99 | $31.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.50 | $35.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.94 | $39.89 |
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 18, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.