Trip from Collierville, TN to Clinton, TN

Drive Time

Distance

374.4 mi

602 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$57

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

6h 50m ★

6 AM

7h 1m

8 AM

7h 23m

10 AM

7h 9m

12 PM

7h 6m

3 PM

7h 10m

5 PM

7h 22m

8 PM

6h 54m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Collierville, TN

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Clinton, TN

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Trip Overview

Crossing Tennessee from Collierville to Clinton covers 374.4 miles and typically takes about 7 hours of driving. Because this journey is manageable within a single day, you don't necessarily need an overnight split, though a one-day timeline keeps you behind the wheel for a significant stretch. You will primarily utilize I-40 to traverse the state, eventually transitioning onto Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway and Harriman Highway to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $57 for fuel should cover your travel costs, provided you maintain a steady pace. This trek stays entirely within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel as you move from the western side of the state toward the eastern mountains. It is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that is best suited for those who prefer efficiency over wandering local backroads.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

187.2 miles from Collierville, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 27m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by high-speed transit, as 91% of your journey relies on major highways. You will settle into a long, uninterrupted rhythm on I-40, which accounts for 318.7 miles of the total distance. While the interstate allows for quick progress, the road experience shifts once you exit onto the Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway and Harriman Highway for the final leg. This transition breaks up the monotony of the long interstate haul, offering a change in pace as you approach Clinton. You should be prepared for a drive that prioritizes speed and directness, making it a functional rather than technical road trip experience.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 318.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Center Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 374.4 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 0.1 miles (North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Center Street

Turn right onto North Center Street

Navigation decision point

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto TN 57 / East Poplar Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

17.9 mi into trip | ~24m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Nashville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 40 East: Nashville

200.5 mi into trip | ~3h 41m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 208A Toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsv...

203.6 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in | I 40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 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 / slight right lanes. Exit 211A Toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattan...

Towns Along This Route

Between Collierville, TN and Clinton, TN, road signs point toward Huntsville, Louisville, Knoxville, Chattanooga and Rockwood.

Huntsville

200.5 mi in | ~3h 41m

Louisville

203.1 mi in | ~3h 45m | via I 40

Knoxville

203.1 mi in | ~3h 45m | via I 40

Chattanooga

203.1 mi in | ~3h 45m | via I 40

Rockwood

340.6 mi in | ~6h 14m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	318.7 mi	5h 44m
Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway	15.1 mi	17m
Harriman Highway	9.6 mi	10m
Oliver Springs Highway	7.1 mi	12m
US 27	6.8 mi	7m
West Tri County Boulevard	4.6 mi	5m
Downtown Loop	2.9 mi	4m
South Charles G Seivers Boulevard	2.2 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 318.7 mi, about 5h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Collierville, TN and Clinton, TN.

Start on North Rowlett Street

321 ft · 19 sec · North Rowlett Street

Turn right onto North Center Street

246 ft · 12 sec · North Center Street

Turn right onto East Mulberry Street

382 ft · 21 sec · East Mulberry Street

Turn left onto North Main Street

0.2 mi · 30 sec · North Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto TN 57

1.3 mi · 2 min · East Poplar Avenue

Use the right lane.

Continue on TN 57

0.2 mi · 19 sec · TN 57

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Merge onto I 269

15 mi · 17 min · Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 40 East: Nashville

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 40 East: Nashville Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 40

182 mi · 3 hr 15 min · I 40

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Exit 208A Toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 40; I 65

2.4 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 40

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Downtown Loop

Exit 211B; 211A Toward I 24 West, I 40 East, I 24 East: Clarksville, Louisville, Knoxville, Chattanooga Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 40

137 mi · 2 hr 28 min · I 40

Exit 211A Toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward US 27: Harriman, Rockwood

Keep slight right at fork

335 ft · 8 sec

Merge onto US 27

6.8 mi · 7 min · US 27

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 61

9.6 mi · 10 min · Harriman Highway

Continue on SR 61

4.6 mi · 5 min · West Tri County Boulevard

Turn left onto SR 61

7.1 mi · 12 min · Oliver Springs Highway

At end of road, turn left onto TN 61

1.1 mi · 1 min · Oak Ridge Turnpike

Continue on TN 61

1.1 mi · 1 min · Oak Ridge Highway

Continue on TN 61

384 ft · 6 sec · South Charles G Seivers Boulevard

Continue on TN 61

0.4 mi · 41 sec · South Charles G. Seivers Boulevard

Continue on SR 61

2.1 mi · 3 min · South Charles G Seivers Boulevard

Turn left onto US 25W

0.5 mi · 50 sec · South Main Street

Turn right onto Market Street

135 ft · 7 sec · Market Street

Arrive at destination

Market Street

Trip Plan

To keep this 7-hour drive feeling fresh, plan for at least two deliberate stops to stretch your legs and refuel. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid mid-day congestion and ensure you reach Clinton before nightfall. Since the majority of your time is spent on I-40, keep a close watch on your fuel gauge during the long 318.7-mile interstate stretch to avoid needing to stop in areas with limited service options. Being flexible with your departure time allows you to navigate the busier urban corridors more effectively. Consider timing your two planned stops to coincide with your fuel refills to maximize your efficiency on the road.

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 187.2 miles from Collierville, TN, or about 3h 27m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 318.7 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 82 miles or 1h 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 187.2 miles or 3h 27m 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 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Collierville, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Collierville, TN

This is one driving day of about 374.4 miles and 7h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Collierville, TN.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 318.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 187.2 mi from Collierville, TN · 3h 27m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hendersonville, TN

187 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

Clarksville, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Nashville, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 187.2 miles from Collierville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 318.7 miles.

Arriving in Clinton, TN

The final approach into Clinton, 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 Clinton, 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

$56.87 one way

$113.74 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 131 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$62.69	$125.38
premium	$4.80	$70.68	$141.36
diesel	$5.64	$83.18	$166.36

Estimated Tolls: $0.08

Oak Ridge Turnpike (1.1 mi) $0.08

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$57

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$82–$107

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 131 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	112.3	1	$39.31	$17.97
Efficient EV	93.6	1	$32.76	$14.98
EV Truck/SUV	149.8	1	$52.42	$23.96

Gas CO2

131 kg

EV CO2

44 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Collierville, TN

Afternoon in Collierville on Sunday

Local time

3:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clinton, TN

Afternoon in Clinton on Sunday

Local time

4:48 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

2 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

7h 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 Collierville, TN to Clinton, TN covers 374.4 miles and takes about 7h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 40, Governor Winfield Dunn Parkway, Harriman Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 187.2 miles from Collierville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.87 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Collierville, TN and Clinton, TN, road signs point toward Huntsville, Louisville, Knoxville, Chattanooga and Rockwood.

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Trip from Collierville, TN to Clinton, TN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Clinton, TN

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Collierville, TN

Clinton, TN

1 hour later

2 degrees cooler at arrival

7h on the road

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