Baltimore to Franklin, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

607.2 miles 977.2 km · straight line
720.1 miles actual route 1158.9 km · driving distance
13h 21min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Franklin, Tennessee?

The distance from Baltimore to Franklin, Tennessee is 607.2 miles (977.2 km) as the crow flies. Franklin, Tennessee is located WSW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 720.1 miles, taking about 13h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Franklin, Tennessee. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Franklin, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 21min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 1min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~17h 21min $86–$252* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Franklin, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Franklin, Tennessee
35.93°N, 86.87°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 202 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM