How far is Summertown, TN from Franklin, TN?
The driving distance from Summertown, TN to Franklin, TN is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.1 miles (67.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 01h 03m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The county seat of Maury County, Tennessee.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Summertown and Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Summertown and Franklin.
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Start on the route
25 m · 2 sec
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn straight
1.1 km · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lawrenceburg Highway
30.3 mi · 35 min · Lawrenceburg Highway
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Take the exit left
1845 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
18.7 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 96: Franklin, Murfreesboro
1364 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto Murfreesboro Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Murfreesboro Road
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Continue on 3rd Avenue South
1761 ft · 35 sec · 3rd Avenue South
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Enter the roundabout toward Public Square
121 m · 7 sec · Public Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Public Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Summertown 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.
Lawrenceburg Highway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lawrenceburg Highway
30.3 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Areas Of Fog then Sunny leaving Summertown and Sunny near Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Summertown to Franklin?
The road trip is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Columbia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Summertown and 27.3 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.1 miles (67.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.94 one way or $13.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Sunny around Summertown and Sunny near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near Columbia
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 Columbia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Summertown and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 42.05 mi (67.67 km).
#1 Summertown
Summertown is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.4348000, -87.3127900 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| 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: Franklin (-86.86889, 35.92506)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $3.60 | $6.94 | $13.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.05 | $7.82 | $15.65 |
| Premium | $4.47 | $8.63 | $17.25 |
| Diesel | $5.83 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
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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