Franklin, Tennessee to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

541.5 miles 871.4 km · straight line
649.8 miles estimated 1045.7 km · driving distance
13h 4min estimated drive time
$63 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 35min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Franklin, Tennessee from Tyler?

The distance from Franklin, Tennessee to Tyler is 541.5 miles (871.4 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located WSW of Franklin, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 649.8 miles, taking about 13h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Franklin, Tennessee in Tennessee and Tyler in Texas.

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 Franklin, Tennessee and Tyler. 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 Tyler

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 4min $63 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 41min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~16h 59min $78–$227* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Franklin, Tennessee & Tyler

Quick Facts

Franklin, Tennessee
35.93°N, 86.87°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Tyler
32.35°N, 95.30°W
America/Chicago
164m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 181 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients