Origin
Martin, TN
Late night in Martin on Monday
Local time
12:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Martin, TN to Clarksville, TN
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
94.4 mi
152 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martin, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Martin to Clarksville, Tennessee, expect a straightforward journey spanning 94.4 miles. You should budget approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes of driving time, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, it offers a distinct alternative to high-speed highway travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, it remains an affordable trek within the Southeast region. Whether you are heading to Clarksville for business or a visit, the lack of required overnight stops provides you with plenty of scheduling flexibility.
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
47.2 miles from Martin, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate via Main Street, Pikeview Street, and West Main Street, requiring your full attention as you transition between these local thoroughfares. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this path forces you to stay engaged with constant directional changes. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches—the longest segment on Main Street is effectively zero miles—you should anticipate a steady pace. This is a hands-on driving experience where the road surface and local traffic patterns define the character of your trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Martin, TN to Clarksville, TN is easy. At 1h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Martin, TN to Clarksville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pikeview Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Paris Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fort Donelson Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lake Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Donelson Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Martin, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on South Lindell Street
79 ft
·
6 sec
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South Lindell Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue straight
4.2 mi
·
5 min
4
Turn left onto Pikeview Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pikeview Street
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Pikeview Street
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Pikeview Street
6
Turn right onto West Main Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
7
Continue on Paris Highway
23 mi
·
34 min
·
Paris Highway
8
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
9
Continue on Fort Donelson Parkway
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Fort Donelson Parkway
10
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
11
Continue on Lake Highway
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Lake Highway
12
Continue on Donelson Parkway
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Donelson Parkway
13
Continue on Main Street
28 mi
·
34 min
·
Main Street
14
Merge slight left onto Fort Campbell Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Fort Campbell Boulevard
15
Continue on Providence Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Providence Boulevard
16
Continue on North 2nd Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2nd Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under two hours, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best suits your schedule. Keep in mind that because this route consists of local roads, traffic fluctuations in town centers can impact your arrival time more significantly than they would on a major highway. You will not find any designated stops built into this 94.4-mile path, so it is wise to handle any fueling needs or rest breaks before you head out. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert for navigation prompts early and often. Prioritizing a departure during off-peak hours will help you maintain a smoother, more consistent flow as you navigate the local streets connecting Martin and Clarksville.
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 47.2 miles from Martin, TN, or about 55m 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.2 miles or 55m 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 30m
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 Martin, 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 Martin, TN
This is one driving day of about 94.4 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Martin, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.2 mi from Martin, TN · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.2 miles from Martin, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.34 one way
$28.68 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.81 | $31.61 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.97 | $41.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
| Efficient EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.26 | $3.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.22 | $6.04 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Clarksville, TN
Late night in Clarksville on Monday
Local time
12:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
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 50m 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 Martin, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 94.4 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Pikeview Street, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.2 miles from Martin, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.34 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.
The drive from Martin, TN to Clarksville, TN is easy. At 1h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Martin, TN to Clarksville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Martin, TN to Clarksville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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