Origin
Graysville, TN
Evening in Graysville on Wednesday
Local time
8:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Graysville, TN to Nashville, TN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 56m
Distance
137.8 mi
222 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 45m
★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 19m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 18m
8 PM
2h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Graysville, TN
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Nashville, TN
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Trip Overview
This 137.8-mile journey from Graysville, TN to Nashville, TN takes approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes. It's a straightforward drive, primarily utilizing I-24, with portions of John Bragg Highway and TN 8. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip. The drive offers a mixed profile, suggesting a blend of highway speeds and potentially more local road sections. Since both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, you'll remain in familiar territory throughout this Tennessee excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.9 miles from Graysville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive for this 137.8-mile trip, with 47% of the journey on highways. While much of the route is on I-24, you'll also navigate sections of John Bragg Highway and TN 8, which may offer a different pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 27.8 miles on I-24, providing ample opportunity for steady driving. This blend means you'll experience both faster highway segments and potentially more varied driving as you transition between these different road types, keeping the journey engaging.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 103.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 137.8 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 103.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 132 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
103.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
7
132 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 440 West: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward I 440 West: Memphis
8
133.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
Take the exit toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
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.
Exit 6
Toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
7
133.9 mi into trip
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~2h 48m in
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US 31A; US 41A / Nolensville Pike
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A / Nolensville Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
137.5 mi into trip
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~2h 54m in
|
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 27.8 mi | 30m |
| John Bragg Highway | 15.6 mi | 18m |
| TN 8 | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Harrison Ferry Road | 12.3 mi | 17m |
| SR 111 | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Nashville Highway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Dayton Pike | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| McMinnville Highway | 8.1 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 27.8 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Graysville, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on Pikeville Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Pikeville Avenue
2
Turn right onto SR 303
348 ft
·
12 sec
·
Dayton Avenue
3
Continue on SR 303
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Dayton Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 27
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Rhea County Highway
5
Continue on US 27
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Dayton Pike
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
7
Merge onto TN 111
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
TN 111
8
Continue on SR 111
11 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 111
9
Continue on TN 8; TN 111
13 mi
·
17 min
·
TN 8; TN 111
10
Turn left onto TN 8
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 8
11
Continue on TN 8
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Harrison Ferry Road
12
Turn slight right onto SR 56
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Beersheba Highway
13
Continue on SR 56
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Colville Street
14
Turn right onto SR 56
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Chancery Street
15
Turn left onto SR 380
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Morford Street
16
Continue on SR 380
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
17
Continue on US 70S
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Nashville Highway
18
Continue on US 70S
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
McMinnville Highway
19
Continue on US 70S; SR 53
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
20
Continue on US 70S
16 mi
·
18 min
·
John Bragg Highway
21
Turn left onto South Rutherford Boulevard
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Rutherford Boulevard
22
Turn left onto US 231
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
South Church Street
Use the left lane.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 24 West: Nashville
Use the right lane.
24
Merge onto I 24
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 53
Toward I 440 West: Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
26
Continue on I 440
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 6
Toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A
363 ft
·
6 sec
·
Nolensville Pike
Use the left / right lanes.
29
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue South
30
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Ensley Boulevard
31
Turn left onto US 31A; US 41A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
32
Turn slight left onto US 31A; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
33
Enter roundabout onto US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
169 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Avenue South
34
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
8th Avenue South
35
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 431
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Boulevard
36
Turn right onto Rosa L Parks Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Avenue
Use the straight lane.
37
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
411 ft
·
15 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
38
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
39
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip from Graysville to Nashville is ideal for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize your time at your destination and avoid potential rush hour traffic approaching Nashville. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without services is 27.8 miles on I-24. This route's manageable length means you can easily adjust your schedule based on traffic or your preference for a leisurely drive.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.9 miles from Graysville, TN, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.8 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 30 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.9 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Graysville, 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 Graysville, TN
This is one driving day of about 137.8 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Graysville, 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 24 for about 27.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.9 mi from Graysville, TN · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.9 miles from Graysville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nashville, TN
The final approach into Nashville, 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 Nashville, 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
$21.54 one way
$43.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.65 | $47.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.52 | $53.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.42 | $60.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.47 | $6.61 |
| Efficient EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.06 | $5.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.1 | 0 | $19.29 | $8.82 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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
Nashville, TN
Evening in Nashville on Wednesday
Local time
7:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
McMinnville, TN
69 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
8 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
2h 56m 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 Graysville, TN to Nashville, TN covers 137.8 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, John Bragg Highway, TN 8. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.9 miles from Graysville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.54 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 137.8 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 103.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 132 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Graysville, TN to Nashville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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