How far is Tullahoma, TN from Franklin, TN?
The driving distance from Tullahoma, TN to Franklin, TN is about 60 miles (96.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 01h 24m.
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 Rutherford 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 Tullahoma and Franklin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tullahoma and Franklin.
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Start on Southwest Atlantic Street
69 m · 12 sec · Southwest Atlantic Street
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Turn left onto West Lincoln Street
155 m · 14 sec · West Lincoln Street
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
17.5 mi · 22 min · North Jackson Street
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Continue on Elm Street
2895 ft · 51 sec · Elm Street
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Continue on Union Street
25.6 mi · 38 min · Union Street
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Turn straight onto Horton Highway
3.4 mi · 5 min · Horton Highway
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Turn left onto Murfreesboro Road
12.8 mi · 19 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 Tullahoma and Franklin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Union Street
Continue on Union Street
25.6 mi · 00h 38m
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 Tullahoma and Mostly Sunny near Franklin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tullahoma to Franklin?
The road trip is about 60 miles (96.5 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Eagleville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.2 miles from Tullahoma and 29.8 miles from Franklin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.99 one way or $15.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tullahoma and Mostly Sunny near Franklin.
Stop Ideas Near Eagleville
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 Eagleville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tullahoma and Franklin. Straight-line distance: 53.71 mi (86.43 km).
#1 Tullahoma
City in Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 19,790 |
| Coordinates | 35.3620200, -86.2094300 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| 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: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $3.77 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.02 | $18.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.87 | $19.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.24 | $22.49 |
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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