Origin
Cleveland, TN
Evening in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
8:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, TN to Spring Hill, TN
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
78.6 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
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6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Hill, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
Traveling from Cleveland to Spring Hill covers 78.6 miles across the Southeast, making for a straightforward 1-hour and 39-minute journey. Because of its manageable length, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating primarily via I-75, Lovell Road, and Keith Street, you will find the path is highly efficient for those looking to move between these two Tennessee locations. It is a practical, no-nonsense transit that prioritizes speed and directness over detours.
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
39.3 miles from Cleveland, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 84% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 65.7 miles on I-75. Expect a consistent experience behind the wheel, as the route emphasizes interstate travel over winding local backroads. While you will transition onto Keith Street and Lovell Road to reach your final destination, the vast majority of your time is spent maintaining highway speeds. The personality of this drive is functional and predictable, ideal for drivers who prefer a quick, efficient transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Lovell Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 11 / Keith Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 11 / Keith Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (TN 60 / 25th Street Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 11 / Keith Street
Turn right onto US 11 / Keith Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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TN 60 / 25th Street Northwest
Turn left onto TN 60 / 25th Street Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
69.3 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
|
SR 131 / Lovell Road
Turn left onto SR 131 / Lovell Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 65.7 mi | 1h 10m |
| Lovell Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Keith Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Mehaffey Road | 1.4 mi | 5m |
| Ball Camp Byington Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Byington Beaver Ridge Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Copper Ridge Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| 25th Street NW | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 65.7 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, TN and Spring Hill, TN.
1
Start on US 64
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Inman Street West
2
Turn right onto US 11
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Keith Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto TN 60
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
25th Street Northwest
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on TN 60
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
25th Street NW
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on TN 60
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
25th Street Northwest
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
7
Merge onto I 75
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 75
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Secondary SR 131: Lovell Road
9
Turn left onto SR 131
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Lovell Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto SR 131
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Middlebrook Pike
11
Continue on SR 131
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Ball Camp Byington Road
12
Continue on SR 131
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ball Camp Byington Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto SR 131
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Byington Solway Road
14
Turn slight left onto SR 131
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Byington Beaver Ridge Road
15
Continue on SR 131
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Beaver Ridge Road
16
Turn right onto SR 131
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Emory Road
17
Turn left onto Copper Ridge Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Copper Ridge Road
18
Continue on Mehaffey Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Mehaffey Road
19
Continue on Mehaffey Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Mehaffey Road
20
Turn left onto Gade Lane
40 ft
·
1 sec
·
Gade Lane
21
Arrive at destination
Gade Lane
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. With no mandatory stops required to complete the 78.6-mile distance, you can easily power through the drive in one go. If you are sensitive to traffic, try to avoid peak commuting hours on I-75 to ensure you maintain the estimated 1-hour and 39-minute travel time. Keep your $12 fuel budget in mind before you head out, and consider topping off your tank in Cleveland so you don't have to worry about refueling during the transit. Taking advantage of the direct interstate access is your best strategy for a smooth arrival in Spring Hill.
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 39.3 miles from Cleveland, TN, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.7 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 78.6 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.3 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Hill, 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 78.6 miles and 1h 39m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 65.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.3 mi from Cleveland, TN · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 78.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.3 miles from Cleveland, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.7 miles.
Arriving in Spring Hill, TN
The final approach into Spring Hill, 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 Spring Hill, 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
$11.94 one way
$23.88 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.84 | $29.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.46 | $34.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.88 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $11.00 | $5.03 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Spring Hill, TN
Evening in Spring Hill on Sunday
Local time
8:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Johnson, TN
39 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
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
1h 39m 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 Cleveland, TN to Spring Hill, TN covers 78.6 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Lovell Road, Keith Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.3 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 $11.94 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 11 / Keith Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (TN 60 / 25th Street Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Cleveland, TN to Spring Hill, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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