Origin
Cleveland, TN
Evening in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, TN to Collierville, TN
Drive Time
6h 23m
Distance
317.3 mi
511 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 11m
★
6 AM
6h 23m
8 AM
6h 48m
10 AM
6h 32m
12 PM
6h 30m
3 PM
6h 33m
5 PM
6h 47m
8 PM
6h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collierville, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Spanning 317.3 miles across Tennessee, this cross-state journey takes you from the Southeast region in Cleveland to the western reaches of Collierville. You should budget approximately 6 hours and 23 minutes of drive time, making this a long but manageable single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $48, it is a relatively economical way to traverse the state. Because the route is highway-focused, you can expect steady progress throughout the day. While it is certainly possible to complete this in one go, you might consider how a single planned stop will affect your arrival time. This trip serves as a straightforward connection between two distinct parts of Tennessee.
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
158.6 miles from Cleveland, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by efficiency, as roughly 90% of your time will be spent on highways. Your route relies heavily on US 72, the John T. Reid Parkway, and US 72 Alternate to carry you across the state. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 92.1 miles on US 72, which requires you to maintain focus during long periods of sustained speed. As you transition between these main roads, the character of the drive remains consistent and reliable rather than technical. You will find that this highway-focused profile prioritizes speed and directness, allowing you to cover the total distance without navigating complex local detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 72 is the longest continuous segment at about 92.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 72 and John T Reid Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 317.3 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 0.2 miles (US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest
Turn right onto US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
23.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
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 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
6
155.1 mi into trip
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~3h 4m in
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US 72 Alternate; AL 20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
307.3 mi into trip
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~6h 9m in
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US 72
Keep slight left at fork onto US 72 toward Collierville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Collierville, Memphis
Towns Along This Route
Between Cleveland, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Chattanooga.
Nashville
23.3 mi in
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~30m
Chattanooga
24 mi in
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~31m
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via I 24
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 72 | 92.1 mi | 1h 50m |
| John T Reid Parkway | 71.9 mi | 1h 22m |
| US 72 Alternate | 59.6 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 24 | 33.3 mi | 38m |
| I 75 | 18.4 mi | 22m |
| North Cedar Avenue | 17.8 mi | 20m |
| Highway 72 | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| Huntsville-Decatur Highway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 72
— 92.1 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, TN and Collierville, TN.
1
Start on US 64
68 ft
·
9 sec
·
Inman Street West
2
Turn left onto US 64; US 11 Business
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Broad Street Southwest
3
Turn right onto US 64; US 11 Business
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
3rd Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on US 64; US 11 Business
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lee Highway
5
Turn left onto US 11; US 64
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Lee Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
7
Merge onto US 74
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 74
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto I 75
18 mi
·
22 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 24
33 mi
·
38 min
·
I 24
Toward Chattanooga, Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 152A
Toward US 72 West: South Pittsburg
13
Continue on US 72
18 mi
·
20 min
·
North Cedar Avenue
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 72
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lee Highway
15
Continue on US 72
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
John T Reid Parkway
16
Continue on US 72
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Highway
17
Continue on US 72
70 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
John T Reid Parkway
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on US 72 Alternate; AL 20
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Huntsville-Decatur Highway
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bee Line Highway
Use the none lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20
60 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
US 72 Alternate; AL 20
Use the right lane.
21
Continue on US 72
22 mi
·
26 min
·
US 72
Use the none lane.
22
Continue on US 72
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 72
Use the none lane.
23
Continue on US 72
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Highway 72
Use the none lane.
24
Continue on US 72
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 72
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on US 72
44 mi
·
52 min
·
US 72
Use the none lane.
26
Enter roundabout onto US 72
155 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 72
Toward US 72 West: Memphis
27
Continue on US 72
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 72
Toward US 72 West: Memphis
Use the none lane.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto US 72
8.9 mi
·
11 min
·
US 72
Toward Collierville, Memphis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on US 72
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 72
Use the straight lane.
30
Turn right onto South Center Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Center Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
31
Turn right onto East South Street
432 ft
·
17 sec
·
East South Street
32
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Main Street
33
Turn left onto North Rowlett Street
71 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Rowlett Street
34
Arrive at destination
North Rowlett Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 6-hour and 23-minute transit, plan your departure for early morning to avoid peak traffic congestion. Since the route allows for one recommended stop, identify your halfway point early to ensure you can refuel and stretch your legs effectively. Keep in mind that your total fuel budget sits around $48, so monitoring your gauge during that 92.1-mile stretch on US 72 is a smart move. Because this is a highway-heavy route, staying alert during the long, consistent segments is vital for your safety. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so adjust your pace based on how you feel during the transition between the parkway and the alternate highway routes.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 158.6 miles from Cleveland, TN, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.1 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 158.6 miles or 3h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collierville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cleveland, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Cleveland, TN
This is one driving day of about 317.3 miles and 6h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cleveland, 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 US 72 for about 92.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 158.6 mi from Cleveland, TN · 3h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
159 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 158.6 miles from Cleveland, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 72 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.1 miles.
Arriving in Collierville, TN
The final approach into Collierville, 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 Collierville, 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
$48.19 one way
$96.39 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
111 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $53.13 | $106.26 |
| premium | $4.80 | $59.90 | $119.80 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $70.49 | $140.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.2 | 1 | $33.32 | $15.23 |
| Efficient EV | 79.3 | 0 | $27.76 | $12.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 126.9 | 1 | $44.42 | $20.31 |
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Collierville, TN
Evening in Collierville on Sunday
Local time
5:02 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 23m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cleveland, TN to Collierville, TN covers 317.3 miles and takes about 6h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 72, John T Reid Parkway, US 72 Alternate. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 158.6 miles from Cleveland, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 317.3 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 0.2 miles (US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Cleveland, TN and Collierville, TN, road signs point toward Nashville and Chattanooga.
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