Origin
McKenzie, TN
Morning in McKenzie on Monday
Local time
11:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McKenzie, TN to Clarksville, TN
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
80.4 mi
129 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McKenzie, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from McKenzie to Clarksville, you are looking at a manageable 80.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations unless you choose to stay longer. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs between these two Tennessee towns. Both the starting point and your destination are located within the Southeast, keeping the transition between locations relatively consistent. Because this is a direct, turn-heavy local drive, it serves as a straightforward connection rather than a long-haul haul across states.
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
40.2 miles from McKenzie, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its local character, as this route is not a high-speed interstate haul. With only 2% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads like Main Street, the Paris Bypass, and the Austin Peay Memorial Highway. You will encounter your longest stretch of consistent driving along that 36.5-mile segment of the Austin Peay Memorial Highway. Prepare for a turn-heavy experience that requires your full attention compared to the monotony of a major freeway. The road’s personality shifts throughout the drive, making it a more engaging, hands-on experience behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Austin Peay Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 36.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
681 ft
355 ft
Total Climb
365 ft
Total Descent
265 ft
Highest Point
681 ft
~60.3 mi in
Elevation Range
326 ft
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 124 / Cedar Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from McKenzie, TN to Clarksville, TN is easy. At 1h 36m with 2% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 124 / Cedar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 79 / Highland Drive): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (SR 218 / Paris Bypass): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 124 / Cedar Street
Turn left onto SR 124 / Cedar Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 79 / Highland Drive
Turn left onto US 79 / Highland Drive
Navigation decision point
3
14.9 mi into trip
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~18m in
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SR 218 / Paris Bypass
Turn right onto SR 218 / Paris Bypass
Navigation decision point
3
22.5 mi into trip
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~26m in
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US 79; SR 218 / Austin Peay Memorial Highway
Turn right onto US 79; SR 218 / Austin Peay Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
3
77.8 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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US 41A; US 79 / Fort Campbell Boulevard
Merge onto US 41A; US 79 / Fort Campbell Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | 36.5 mi | 41m |
| Main Street | 28.1 mi | 34m |
| Paris Bypass | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| Highland Drive | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Donelson Parkway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Providence Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North 2nd Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Cedar Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
— 36.5 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McKenzie, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on this road
77 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto SR 124
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cedar Street
3
Turn left onto US 79
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Highland Drive
4
Continue on US 79
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
5
Turn right onto SR 218
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Paris Bypass
6
Turn right onto US 79; SR 218
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
7
Continue on US 79
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Fort Donelson Parkway
8
Continue on US 79
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
9
Continue on US 79
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Lake Highway
10
Continue on US 79
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Donelson Parkway
11
Continue on US 79
28 mi
·
34 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 41A; US 79
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Fort Campbell Boulevard
13
Continue on US 41A; US 79
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Providence Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 41A; US 79
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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North 2nd Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing a complex itinerary. Because there are no mandatory stops built into the 80.4-mile path, feel free to pace the drive according to your own energy levels. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert for frequent direction changes rather than settling into a cruise-control mindset. Given the $12 fuel estimate, you can easily fuel up before you leave McKenzie to avoid any mid-trip stress. As a specific tip, prioritize checking your GPS for turn instructions before you hit the local stretches, as the frequent transitions can be easy to miss if you aren't paying close attention.
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 40.2 miles from McKenzie, TN, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.5 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.2 miles or 46m 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 20m
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 McKenzie, 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 McKenzie, TN
This is one driving day of about 80.4 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from McKenzie, 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.
The longest stretch is on Austin Peay Memorial Highway for about 36.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.2 mi from McKenzie, TN · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 40.2 miles from McKenzie, 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
$12.21 one way
$24.42 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.46 | $26.92 |
| premium | $4.80 | $15.18 | $30.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.86 | $35.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
| Efficient EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.04 | $3.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.26 | $5.15 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Morning in Clarksville on Monday
Local time
11:06 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 36m 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 McKenzie, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 80.4 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Austin Peay Memorial Highway, Main Street, Paris Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.2 miles from McKenzie, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.21 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 McKenzie, TN to Clarksville, TN is easy. At 1h 36m with 2% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 124 / Cedar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 79 / Highland Drive): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (SR 218 / Paris Bypass): Navigation decision point.
The route from McKenzie, TN to Clarksville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 355 ft to 681 ft elevation with about 365 ft of total climbing.
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