Origin
Bells, TN
Morning in Bells on Thursday
Local time
11:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bells, TN to Clarksville, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
123.5 mi
199 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bells, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bells, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 123.5 miles and takes about 2h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Eastend Drive, Gibson Highway, Humbolt Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.8 miles from Bells, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 123.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 27m drive with frequent turns across 123.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Eastend Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bells, TN to Clarksville, TN is easy. At 2h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bells, TN to Clarksville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eastend Drive | — | — |
| Gibson Highway | — | — |
| Humbolt Highway | — | — |
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Milan Highway | — | — |
| West Van Hook Street | — | — |
| Atwood Highway | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Eastend Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bells, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on High Street
13 mi
·
19 min
·
High Street
2
Turn left onto Eastend Drive
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Eastend Drive
3
Continue on Gibson Highway
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Gibson Highway
4
Continue on Humbolt Highway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Humbolt Highway
5
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
6
Continue on Milan Highway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Milan Highway
7
Continue on Gibson Highway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Gibson Highway
8
Continue on West Van Hook Street
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Van Hook Street
9
Continue on Atwood Highway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Atwood Highway
10
Turn left onto Atwood Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Atwood Highway
11
Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
12
Keep slight left to continue on East Main Street
16 mi
·
24 min
·
East Main Street
13
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
14
Turn right onto Paris Bypass
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Paris Bypass
15
Turn right onto Austin Peay Memorial Highway
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
16
Continue on Fort Donelson Parkway
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Fort Donelson Parkway
17
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
18
Continue on Lake Highway
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Lake Highway
19
Continue on Donelson Parkway
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Donelson Parkway
20
Continue on Main Street
28 mi
·
34 min
·
Main Street
21
Merge slight left onto Fort Campbell Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Fort Campbell Boulevard
22
Continue on Providence Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Providence Boulevard
23
Continue on North 2nd Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2nd Street
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 61.8 miles from Bells, TN, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
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 27 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.8 miles or 1h 13m 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
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 Bells, 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 Bells, TN
This is one driving day of about 123.5 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Bells, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.8 mi from Bells, TN · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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
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
$19.31 one way
$38.62 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.20 | $42.40 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.77 | $47.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.27 | $54.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.97 | $5.93 |
| Efficient EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.81 | $4.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.4 | 0 | $17.29 | $7.90 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Morning in Clarksville on Thursday
Local time
11:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Paris, TN
62 mi in
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
23 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
2h 27m 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 Bells, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 123.5 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Eastend Drive, Gibson Highway, Humbolt Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.8 miles from Bells, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bells, TN to Clarksville, TN is easy. At 2h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bells, TN to Clarksville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bells, TN to Clarksville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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