Origin
Clarksville, TN
Afternoon in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
3:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, TN
Drive Time
1h
Distance
56.7 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
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6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksville, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Spanning 56.7 miles, this route connects Clarksville to Hendersonville in about one hour. Because the journey is relatively short, you can easily complete it as a straightforward day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily through local roads like Franklin Street, University Avenue, and Madison Street, keeping you off the major interstates entirely. With a fuel budget of just $8, this drive is highly economical for travelers moving between these two Tennessee cities. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic feel throughout the entire trip. It is a practical, no-fuss option for those looking to travel between these specific points efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28.3 miles from Clarksville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of local connectors, meaning your focus will be on maneuverability rather than high-speed cruising. Because the longest stretch of road is on Franklin Street at 0 miles, you should be prepared for frequent transitions and varying road conditions. This setup makes the trip feel much more like a cross-town navigation exercise than an interstate haul. Stay alert at intersections and keep your hands on the wheel, as the winding nature of these local roads requires consistent attention compared to a standard highway path.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Franklin Street 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, TN is easy. At 1h 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 Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Madison Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TN 45 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old Hickory Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 65 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vietnam Veterans Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Center Point Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Franklin Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, TN and Hendersonville, TN.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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North 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
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Franklin Street
3
Turn right onto University Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
University Avenue
4
Turn left onto Madison Street
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Madison Street
5
Turn left
3.1 mi
·
3 min
6
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
7
Merge slight left
29 mi
·
31 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward TN 45: Old Hickory Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
TN 45: Old Hickory Boulevard
9
Turn left onto Old Hickory Boulevard
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Hickory Boulevard
10
Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 North: Louisville
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 65 North: Louisville
11
Merge slight left
2.8 mi
·
3 min
12
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
13
Keep slight right to continue on Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
14
Take the exit slight right toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Center Point Road, Hendersonville
15
Keep slight right to continue on Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hendersonville
164 ft
·
6 sec
·
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hendersonville
16
Turn right onto Center Point Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Center Point Road
17
Turn left onto West Main Street
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
18
Turn right onto Walton Ferry Road
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
Walton Ferry Road
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the one-hour duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time to avoid local traffic congestion. Since there are no designated stops scheduled along the way, make sure you fuel up before you head out to keep that $8 budget on track. Because the route relies entirely on local streets, allow for extra time if you are traveling during peak commuting hours when city traffic is heaviest. Your best strategy is to treat this as a direct transit, as the lack of highway stretches means your pace will be dictated by local speed limits. Keep an eye on your navigation closely, as the reliance on city streets like University Avenue and Madison Street means you will be making several turns to stay on course.
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 28.3 miles from Clarksville, TN, or about 30m 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 56.7 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.3 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hendersonville, 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 56.7 miles and 1h.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.3 mi from Clarksville, TN · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Clarksville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hendersonville, TN
The final approach into Hendersonville, 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 Hendersonville, 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
$8.61 one way
$17.22 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| premium | $4.80 | $10.70 | $21.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.60 | $25.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Hendersonville, TN
Afternoon in Hendersonville on Sunday
Local time
3:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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 Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, TN covers 56.7 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Franklin Street, University Avenue, Madison Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 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 $8.61 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 Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, TN is easy. At 1h 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 Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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