Eagleton Village, TN to Clarksville, TN is 228.1 miles and takes about 4h 19m via I 40 and I 24, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Tennessee, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that's ideal for a single day of travel. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
114.1 miles from Eagleton Village, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 8m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 19m. Total distance: 228.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 95% of your journey taking place on major interstates like I 40 and I 24. The bulk of the travel, a continuous stretch of 164.1 miles, will be on I 40. This means you'll encounter mostly high-speed driving with limited opportunities for scenic detours. The Pellissippi Parkway offers a brief change of pace before merging onto the interstate system. Overall, it’s a route designed for covering distance quickly rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 164.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 24. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.3 miles in near I 40.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 228.1 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 23.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.3 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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23.3 mi into trip|~31m in|I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Nashville
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178.1 mi into trip|~3h 17m in|I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 213B
Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
9
180.3 mi into trip|~3h 21m in|I 24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24 toward I 24 West: Clarksville, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 211
Toward I 24 West: Clarksville, Louisville
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185.1 mi into trip|~3h 27m in|I 24
Take the exit onto I 24 toward I 24 West: Clarksville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 88
Toward I 24 West: Clarksville
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222.7 mi into trip|~4h 9m in|US 41A / Madison Street
Turn right onto US 41A / Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Eagleton Village, TN and Clarksville, TN, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Nashville and Louisville.
Chattanooga
15.1 mi in|~20m
Nashville
23.3 mi in|~31m|via I 40
Louisville
180.3 mi in|~3h 21m|via I 24
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
164.1 mi
2h 58m
I 24
36.4 mi
40m
Pellissippi Parkway
13.7 mi
15m
Madison Street
4.7 mi
8m
TN 76
3.4 mi
3m
Downtown Loop
2.3 mi
3m
Jackson Hills Drive
0.5 mi
2m
University Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 164.1 mi, about 2h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagleton Village, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on Jackson Hills Drive
0.5 mi·2 min·Jackson Hills Drive
2
Turn right
467 ft·20 sec
3
Enter roundabout onto Clayton Road
285 ft·12 sec·Clayton Road
4
Continue on Clayton Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Clayton Road
5
Turn right
0.1 mi·13 sec
6
Turn slight left
463 ft·22 sec
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
8
Continue on TN 162
14 mi·15 min·Pellissippi Parkway
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 40 West, I 75 South: Nashville, Chattanooga
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
11
Merge onto I 40; I 75
7.2 mi·8 min·I 40; I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
155 mi·2 hr 46 min·I 40
Toward NashvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
2.1 mi·3 min·I 40
Exit 213BToward I 24 West, I 40 West: NashvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24
0.3 mi·28 sec·I 24
Exit 211Toward I 24 West: Clarksville, LouisvilleUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 24
2.3 mi·3 min·Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 24
2.1 mi·2 min·I 24
Exit 46AToward I 24 West, I 65 North: Clarksville, LouisvilleUse the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Take the exit onto I 24
34 mi·36 min·I 24
Exit 88Toward I 24 West: ClarksvilleUse the slight left / straight lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward TN 76
19
Keep slight left at fork
283 ft·9 sec
20
Continue on TN 76
3.4 mi·3 min·TN 76
21
Turn right onto US 41A
4.7 mi·8 min·Madison Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
22
Turn right onto US 41A
0.4 mi·44 sec·University Avenue
23
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A; SR 48
0.3 mi·45 sec·College Street
24
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
134 ft·2 sec·North 2nd Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 19m estimated drive time, starting your trip in the morning will allow you to reach Clarksville with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and 95% of the route on highways, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major exit could be over 160 miles. Planning your fuel stops around the major interstate junctions is a smart move on this otherwise direct route.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114.1 miles from Eagleton Village, TN, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 164.1 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 50 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.1 miles or 2h 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 3h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eagleton Village, 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 Eagleton Village, TN
This is one driving day of about 228.1 miles and 4h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Eagleton Village, 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 I 40 for about 164.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.1 mi from Eagleton Village, TN
· 2h 8m into the drive
The midpoint is around 114.1 miles from Eagleton Village, 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 164.1 miles.
Arriving in Clarksville, TN
The final approach into Clarksville, 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 Clarksville, 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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Tesla Supercharger
5.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~11 min detour
4.5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Maryville, Tennessee
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 165.2
Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of it...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.66 one way
$71.32 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$39.15
$78.31
premium
$4.89
$43.90
$87.79
diesel
$5.61
$50.36
$100.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
1 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: sparse
Tesla Supercharger
Maryville, Tennessee
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.4
0
$23.95
$10.95
Efficient EV
57
0
$19.96
$9.12
EV Truck/SUV
91.2
1
$31.93
$14.60
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Eagleton Village, TN
Evening
in Eagleton Village on Friday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
W 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Clarksville, TN
Evening
in Clarksville on Friday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Sparta, TN
114 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
32 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
4h 19m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Eagleton Village, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 228.1 miles and takes about 4h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 24, Pellissippi Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.1 miles from Eagleton Village, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 20 significant decision points across 228.1 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 23.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.3 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Eagleton Village, TN and Clarksville, TN, road signs point toward Chattanooga, Nashville and Louisville.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
