Origin
Clarksville, TN
Afternoon in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
3:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksville, TN to Alcoa, TN
Drive Time
4h 18m
Distance
227.2 mi
366 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 5m
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6 AM
4h 18m
8 AM
4h 45m
10 AM
4h 28m
12 PM
4h 25m
3 PM
4h 29m
5 PM
4h 44m
8 PM
4h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksville, TN
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Alcoa, TN
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Trip Overview
Spanning 227.2 miles across Tennessee, this trek from Clarksville to Alcoa is a straightforward journey typically taking about 4 hours and 18 minutes. Given the manageable duration, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major interstates, specifically I-24 and I-40, before transitioning onto the Pellissippi Parkway. With an estimated fuel cost of approximately $35, it is a budget-friendly way to traverse the state from the northwest toward the southeast region. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this route provides a reliable connection between these two cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.6 miles from Clarksville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 96% of your drive will be spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm early on, facing your longest uninterrupted stretch of 119 miles while navigating I-24. Because this is primarily an interstate grind, the drive prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads, making for a consistent and predictable pace. As you transition from the interstate system onto the Pellissippi Parkway toward Alcoa, the character of the road shifts slightly, signaling the final leg of your journey. It is a straightforward, functional drive that requires steady focus rather than technical maneuvering.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 119 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and I 40. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 227.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.2 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street
Turn left onto US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
42.2 mi into trip
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~50m in
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I 24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24 toward I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
Exit 44A
Toward I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
9
47.3 mi into trip
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~57m in
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I 24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 24 toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 50A
Toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattan...
7
212.2 mi into trip
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~3h 56m in
Take the exit toward I 140 East, Primary SR 162 North: Oak Ridge, Maryville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 140 East, Primary SR 162 North: Oak Ri...
9
212.5 mi into trip
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~3h 57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 140 East: Maryville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 376B
Toward I 140 East: Maryville
Towns Along This Route
Between Clarksville, TN and Alcoa, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, Chattanooga, Primary Sr 162 North: Oak Ridge and Maryville.
Knoxville
44.5 mi in
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~53m
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via I 24
Chattanooga
47.3 mi in
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~57m
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via I 24
Primary Sr 162 North: Oak Ridge
212.2 mi in
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~3h 56m
Maryville
212.2 mi in
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~3h 56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 119 mi | 2h 9m |
| I 40 | 84.3 mi | 1h 32m |
| Pellissippi Parkway | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| Madison Street | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| TN 76 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| North Wright Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Alcoa Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 119 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, TN and Alcoa, TN.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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North 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.3 mi
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52 sec
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Franklin Street
3
Turn right onto US 41A
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
University Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 41A; SR 76
4.7 mi
·
8 min
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Madison Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto TN 76
3.1 mi
·
3 min
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TN 76
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
7
Merge onto I 24
33 mi
·
35 min
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I 24
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Exit 44A
Toward I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
9
Continue on I 24
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Exit 86
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 24
81 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
I 24
Exit 50A
Toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
Use the slight left lane.
11
Continue on I 40
84 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
I 40
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 140 East, Primary SR 162 North: Oak Ridge, Maryville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 376B
Toward I 140 East: Maryville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 140
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Pellissippi Parkway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 11A
Toward US 129 South: Alcoa, Maryville
16
Merge onto US 129; TN 115
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Alcoa Highway
17
Take the exit
332 ft
·
10 sec
18
Turn left onto North Wright Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
North Wright Road
19
At end of road, turn right onto East Edison Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
East Edison Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto Springbrook Road
94 ft
·
3 sec
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Springbrook Road
21
Turn left onto Springbrook Road
115 ft
·
5 sec
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Springbrook Road
22
Continue on Springbrook Road
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Springbrook Road
23
Arrive at destination
Springbrook Road
Trip Plan
Since this route is a single-day commitment, planning your departure time is the best way to avoid peak traffic congestion near major hubs along I-40. While the trip only requires one stop to stay refreshed, you have the flexibility to build in extra time for breaks as needed. Keeping a close eye on your fuel gauge is simple with an estimated $35 budget, but try to refuel before hitting the heavier traffic stretches to avoid unnecessary stops. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to monitor local traffic reports for the I-24 and I-40 interchange, as that is where you are most likely to encounter significant delays. Staying aware of these patterns will ensure your four-hour transit remains as smooth as possible.
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 113.6 miles from Clarksville, TN, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.6 miles or 2h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alcoa, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clarksville, 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 Clarksville, TN
This is one driving day of about 227.2 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clarksville, 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 24 for about 119 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.6 mi from Clarksville, TN · 2h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 113.6 miles from Clarksville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119 miles.
Arriving in Alcoa, TN
The final approach into Alcoa, 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 Alcoa, TN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.51 one way
$69.02 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $38.04 | $76.09 |
| premium | $4.80 | $42.89 | $85.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.48 | $100.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.86 | $10.91 |
| Efficient EV | 56.8 | 0 | $19.88 | $9.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.9 | 1 | $31.81 | $14.54 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Alcoa, TN
Afternoon in Alcoa on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 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
4h 18m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clarksville, TN to Alcoa, TN covers 227.2 miles and takes about 4h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, I 40, Pellissippi Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.6 miles from Clarksville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.51 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 227.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.2 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Clarksville, TN and Alcoa, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, Chattanooga, Primary Sr 162 North: Oak Ridge and Maryville.
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