How far is Thompson's Station, TN from Bartlett, TN?
Fastest route
The distance between Thompson's Station, TN and Bartlett, TN is 197.5 miles by car. The driving time is approximately 2 hours and 58 minutes. The fastest route is via I-40 E and I-840 E.
Here are some of the routes you can take to get from Thompson's Station to Bartlett:
- By car: Take I-40 E to I-840 E. Take exit 28 toward Columbia Pike and follow it to Bartlett.
- By bus: There are no direct bus services between Thompson's Station and Bartlett. However, you can take the Greyhound bus from Thompson's Station to Nashville and then transfer to the WeGo bus to Bartlett. The journey time is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.
- By train: There is no direct train service between Thompson's Station and Bartlett. However, you can take the Amtrak train from Thompson's Station to Nashville and then transfer to the WeGo bus to Bartlett. The journey time is approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Carroll County, Tennessee, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thompson's Station and Bartlett.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thompson's Station and Bartlett.
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Start on Thompsons Station Road West
1938 ft · 58 sec · Thompsons Station Road West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Thompsons Station Road West
1432 ft · 33 sec · Thompsons Station Road West
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Turn left onto Columbia Pike
2.1 mi · 3 min · Columbia Pike
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Take the ramp left
2457 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Tennessee National Guard Parkway
28.9 mi · 32 min · Tennessee National Guard Parkway
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Merge slight left
157.6 mi · 2 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64: Bartlett
1130 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 64: Bartlett, Somerville
822 ft · 20 sec
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Turn straight onto Stage Road
5.6 mi · 10 min · Stage Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Stage Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Thompson's Station and Bartlett.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Tennessee National Guard Parkway
Merge slight left
158 mi · 02h 50m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Thompson's Station and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bartlett.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thompson's Station to Bartlett?
The road trip is about 196 miles (315.4 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Clarksburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.7 miles from Thompson's Station and 98.2 miles from Bartlett.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171.7 miles (276.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.10 one way or $52.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Thompson's Station and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bartlett.
Stop Ideas Near Clarksburg
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 Clarksburg.
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Fulton
Clarksville, TN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thompson's Station and Bartlett. Straight-line distance: 171.67 mi (276.27 km).
#1 Thompson's Station
Town in Williamson County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 6,973 |
| Coordinates | 35.8020100, -86.9113900 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bartlett
The most populous city in Shelby County, Tennessee.
| Population | 59,327 |
| Coordinates | 35.2045300, -89.8739800 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stage Road (-89.87399, 35.2045)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 315 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $26.10 | $52.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.43 | $58.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.21 | $64.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.70 | $73.41 |
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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