Origin
Martin, TN
Night in Martin on Sunday
Local time
11:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Martin, TN to Nashville, TN
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
153.5 mi
247 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
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6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martin, TN
Kelly
Nashville, TN
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
Traveling from Martin to Nashville covers 153.5 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 31 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $23 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively affordable excursion within the Southeast. You will navigate via Main Street, Pikeview Street, and West Main Street rather than relying on major interstates. Because this path is entirely local, it offers a distinct contrast to high-speed travel, providing a straightforward way to connect these two Tennessee cities.
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
76.8 miles from Martin, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will remain on surface roads for the duration of your trip. There is no long, uninterrupted stretch of road here; even the longest segment on Main Street offers no reprieve from the constant adjustments required by local navigation. Expect a technical driving experience that keeps you engaged as you transition through the various turns along your path. This is a hands-on drive that rewards drivers who prefer local roads over the predictability of a highway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 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 Nashville, TN is easy. At 2h 31m 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 Nashville, 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 Nashville, TN.
1
Start on South Lindell Street
79 ft
·
6 sec
·
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
341 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 2nd Street
17
Turn right onto North Riverside Drive
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North Riverside Drive
18
Continue on Ashland City Road
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Ashland City Road
19
Continue straight
3.1 mi
·
3 min
20
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
21
Merge slight left
33 mi
·
35 min
22
Keep slight right to continue on I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
23
Continue on I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
24
Take the exit slight right toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
25
Continue on Interstate Drive
374 ft
·
6 sec
·
Interstate Drive
26
Turn right onto James Robertson Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
James Robertson Parkway
27
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
128 ft
·
7 sec
·
3rd Avenue North
28
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
29
Turn right onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 2.5-hour local drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. While you only need to account for one stop, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these roads can make the journey feel longer than the clock suggests. Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $23 estimated cost is a baseline that can fluctuate depending on your specific vehicle's efficiency. Because you are navigating strictly via local streets like Pikeview and West Main, pay close attention to your navigation system to ensure you do not miss a turn. Giving yourself an extra buffer of time will help you navigate the frequent changes in direction without unnecessary stress.
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 76.8 miles from Martin, TN, or about 1h 15m 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 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.8 miles or 1h 15m 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 3m
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 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 153.5 miles and 2h 31m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.8 mi from Martin, TN · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 76.8 miles from Martin, 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
$23.32 one way
$46.63 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $25.70 | $51.40 |
| premium | $4.80 | $28.98 | $57.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.10 | $68.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.12 | $7.37 |
| Efficient EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.43 | $6.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.49 | $9.82 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Night in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
11:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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 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 31m 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 Nashville, TN covers 153.5 miles and takes about 2h 31m 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 76.8 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 $23.32 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.
The drive from Martin, TN to Nashville, TN is easy. At 2h 31m 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 Nashville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Martin, TN to Nashville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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