Durham, North Carolina to Franklin, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Franklin, Tennessee?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Franklin, Tennessee is 445.6 miles (717.2 km) as the crow flies. Franklin, Tennessee is located W of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 534.8 miles, taking about 10h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina and Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Durham, North Carolina and Franklin, Tennessee. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.