Origin
Cleveland, TN
Night in Cleveland on Wednesday
Local time
10:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, TN to Germantown, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 37m
Distance
328.3 mi
528 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 26m
★
6 AM
6h 38m
8 AM
7h 2m
10 AM
6h 46m
12 PM
6h 44m
3 PM
6h 47m
5 PM
7h 1m
8 PM
6h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Germantown, TN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cleveland, TN to Germantown, TN covers 328.3 miles and takes about 6h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Broad Street Southwest, 3rd Street Southwest, Lee Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.33 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
164.1 miles from Cleveland, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 37m drive with frequent turns across 328.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broad Street Southwest 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 37m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cleveland, TN to Germantown, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broad Street Southwest | — | — |
| 3rd Street Southwest | — | — |
| Lee Highway | — | — |
| South Lee Highway | — | — |
| I 24 West | — | — |
| Chattanooga | — | — |
| US 72 West | — | — |
| North Cedar Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Broad Street Southwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, TN and Germantown, TN.
1
Start on Inman Street West
69 ft
·
9 sec
·
Inman Street West
2
Turn left onto Broad Street Southwest
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Broad Street Southwest
3
Turn right onto 3rd Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
3rd Street Southwest
4
Continue on Lee Highway
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lee Highway
5
Turn left onto South Lee Highway
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Lee Highway
6
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
7
Merge slight left
1.3 mi
·
1 min
8
Take the exit left
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
9
Merge slight left
18 mi
·
22 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
11
Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
33 mi
·
38 min
·
Chattanooga, Nashville
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 72 West: South Pittsburg
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 72 West: South Pittsburg
13
Continue on North Cedar Avenue
18 mi
·
20 min
·
North Cedar Avenue
14
Continue on Lee Highway
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lee Highway
15
Continue on John T Reid Parkway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
John T Reid Parkway
16
Continue on Lee Highway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Highway
17
Continue on John T Reid Parkway
70 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
John T Reid Parkway
18
Continue on Huntsville-Decatur Highway
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Huntsville-Decatur Highway
19
Continue on Bee Line Highway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bee Line Highway
20
Keep slight right
60 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
21
Continue straight
22 mi
·
26 min
22
Continue straight
1.5 mi
·
1 min
23
Continue on Highway 72
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Highway 72
24
Continue straight
1.4 mi
·
2 min
25
Continue straight
44 mi
·
52 min
26
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 72 West: Memphis
154 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 72 West: Memphis
27
Exit the roundabout onto US 72 West: Memphis
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 72 West: Memphis
28
Keep slight left to continue on Collierville, Memphis
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Collierville, Memphis
29
Take the exit slight left toward TN 385 West, To I-240: Memphis
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
TN 385 West, To I-240: Memphis
30
Merge slight left onto Bill Morris Parkway
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Bill Morris Parkway
31
Take the exit slight right toward Winchester Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Winchester Road
32
Keep slight left to continue on Winchester Road West
482 ft
·
14 sec
·
Winchester Road West
33
Turn slight left onto Winchester Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Winchester Road
34
Turn right onto South Germantown Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Germantown Road
35
Continue on West Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Street
36
Continue on North Street
282 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Street
37
Turn right onto South Germantown Road
430 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Germantown Road
38
Turn left onto Southern Avenue
174 ft
·
8 sec
·
Southern Avenue
39
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 164.1 miles from Cleveland, TN, or about 3h 18m 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 72 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 164.1 miles or 3h 18m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Germantown, 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.
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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 Cleveland, TN
This is one driving day of about 328.3 miles and 6h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 164.1 mi from Cleveland, TN · 3h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
164 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 164.1 miles from Cleveland, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Germantown, TN
The final approach into Germantown, 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 Germantown, 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
$51.33 one way
$102.65 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
115 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $56.35 | $112.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $63.18 | $126.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.48 | $144.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.5 | 1 | $34.47 | $15.76 |
| Efficient EV | 82.1 | 0 | $28.73 | $13.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131.3 | 1 | $45.96 | $21.01 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Germantown, TN
Night in Germantown on Wednesday
Local time
9:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
7 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
6h 37m 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 Germantown, TN covers 328.3 miles and takes about 6h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broad Street Southwest, 3rd Street Southwest, Lee Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 164.1 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 $51.33 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 37m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cleveland, TN to Germantown, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cleveland, TN to Germantown, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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