Origin
Arlington, TN
Night in Arlington on Tuesday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Arlington, TN to Clarksville, TN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
175 mi
282 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 25m
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6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 3m
10 AM
3h 47m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 2m
8 PM
3h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a trip from Arlington, TN, to Clarksville, TN, covers 175 miles and will take approximately 3 hours and 37 minutes of driving time. This route is easily manageable as a single-day trip, with a modest fuel cost estimated at $27. You'll primarily navigate on I-40, with segments of Austin Peay Memorial Highway and Main Street as you approach your destination. The drive offers a mixed experience, and with only one recommended stop, it's a straightforward journey within the Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
87.5 miles from Arlington, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive presents a mixed profile, with 42% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 51.1 miles on I-40, offering a consistent pace. As you transition off the interstate, expect the character of the drive to change, incorporating more local road segments like Austin Peay Memorial Highway and Main Street. This blend means you'll encounter both efficient highway travel and more varied driving conditions as you get closer to Clarksville.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near I 40.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 175 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.7 miles (US 45 Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.5 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
54.6 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward Trenton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Trenton
5
54.7 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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US 45 Bypass
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
74.8 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
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US 70A; US 79 / East Van Hook Street
Turn right onto US 70A; US 79 / East Van Hook Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
81.2 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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US 79 / East Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79 / East Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Arlington, TN to Clarksville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
Trenton
54.6 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 51.1 mi | 54m |
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | 36.5 mi | 41m |
| Main Street | 29.8 mi | 36m |
| East Main Street | 16.4 mi | 24m |
| US 45E | 13.5 mi | 19m |
| Paris Bypass | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| US 45 Bypass | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Atwood Highway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 51.1 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on Walker Street
68 ft
·
3 sec
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Walker Street
2
Continue on Forrest Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
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Forrest Street
3
Continue on Hickory Withe Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Hickory Withe Road
4
Continue on SR 196
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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SR 196
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
51 mi
·
54 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Trenton
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto US 45 Bypass
6.6 mi
·
9 min
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US 45 Bypass
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 45E
13 mi
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19 min
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US 45E
10
Turn right onto US 70A; US 79
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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East Van Hook Street
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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Atwood Highway
12
Turn left onto US 70A; US 79
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Atwood Highway
13
Continue on US 70A; US 79
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79
16 mi
·
24 min
·
East Main Street
15
Continue on US 79
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
16
Turn right onto SR 218
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Paris Bypass
17
Turn right onto US 79; SR 218
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
18
Continue on US 79
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
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Fort Donelson Parkway
19
Continue on US 79
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
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Austin Peay Memorial Highway
20
Continue on US 79
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Lake Highway
21
Continue on US 79
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Donelson Parkway
22
Continue on US 79
28 mi
·
34 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Merge onto US 41A; US 79
0.1 mi
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13 sec
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Fort Campbell Boulevard
24
Continue on US 41A; US 79
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Providence Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 41A; US 79
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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North 2nd Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
26
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
For this 175-mile drive, leaving in the morning allows you to arrive in Clarksville with ample time for activities. The 3-hour and 37-minute duration means you can complete this trip comfortably in one day, with a fuel budget of around $27. Consider taking your single recommended stop midway to stretch your legs. Pay attention as you transition from I-40 to local roads, as this shift can affect your travel speed and navigation.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87.5 miles from Arlington, TN, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.5 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arlington, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arlington, TN
This is one driving day of about 175 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arlington, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 51.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 87.5 mi from Arlington, TN · 1h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.5 miles from Arlington, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clarksville, TN
The final approach into Clarksville, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Clarksville, TN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.36 one way
$54.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.04 | $60.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.68 | $67.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.64 | $77.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.38 | $8.40 |
| Efficient EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.31 | $7.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70 | 0 | $24.50 | $11.20 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Clarksville, TN
Night in Clarksville on Tuesday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 37m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arlington, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 175 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Austin Peay Memorial Highway, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 87.5 miles from Arlington, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 175 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.7 miles (US 45 Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Arlington, TN to Clarksville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Trenton along the way.
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