Franklin, Tennessee to Madisonville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103 miles 165.8 km · straight line
128.8 miles estimated 207.3 km · driving distance
2h 35min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Franklin, Tennessee from Madisonville?

The distance from Franklin, Tennessee to Madisonville is 103 miles (165.8 km) as the crow flies. Madisonville is located NNW of Franklin, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 128.8 miles, taking about 2h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee and Madisonville in Kentucky.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Franklin, Tennessee and Madisonville. 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.

How to Get from Franklin, Tennessee to Madisonville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 35min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 6min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 27min $15–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Franklin, Tennessee & Madisonville

Quick Facts

Franklin, Tennessee
35.93°N, 86.87°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Madisonville
37.33°N, 87.50°W
America/Chicago
144m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 241.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients