Origin
Middle Valley, TN
Evening in Middle Valley on Sunday
Local time
7:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middle Valley, TN to Cleveland, TN
Drive Time
50m
Distance
33.4 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middle Valley, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Middle Valley to Cleveland, Tennessee, you are looking at a straightforward 33.4-mile journey that typically takes about 50 minutes. This trip is perfect for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You should budget approximately $5 for fuel, making this an extremely affordable commute across the Southeast region. The route relies on a combination of TN 153, Bonny Oaks Drive, and US 11 to move you between these two points. Because it is such a quick drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your own schedule rather than worrying about road fatigue.
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
16.7 miles from Middle Valley, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions through different road types as you navigate the 33.4-mile span. With about 57% of your time spent on highways, you will encounter varying speeds before shifting into more localized traffic. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on US 11, which spans 13.1 miles and provides the most consistent portion of the drive. The personality of this route is functional and direct, blending the faster pace of state highways with the more deliberate flow of local road segments. You will feel the road character change as you move off the main highway connections and onto the final approach into Cleveland.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 11 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.1 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 6.8 miles in near TN 153.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 33.4 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 6.8 miles (TN 153): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.8 mi into trip
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~14m in
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TN 153
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 153
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
11 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward SR 317 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4A
Toward SR 317 East
6
15.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
US 11; US 64; SR 317
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
28.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
7
28.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 11 | 13.1 mi | 14m |
| TN 153 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Bonny Oaks Drive | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Middle Valley Road | 3.7 mi | 9m |
| South Lee Highway | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Hixson Pike | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| US 74 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Inman Street West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 11
— 13.1 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middle Valley, TN and Cleveland, TN.
1
Start on Crabtree Road
101 ft
·
5 sec
·
Crabtree Road
2
Turn right onto Middle Valley Road
3.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Middle Valley Road
3
Turn right onto SR 319
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Hixson Pike
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward TN 153 South
5
Merge onto TN 153
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
TN 153
6
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 153
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
TN 153
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 4A
Toward SR 317 East
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto SR 317
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Bonny Oaks Drive
9
Take the ramp onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 11; US 64; SR 317
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 11; US 64; SR 317
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
12
Keep slight left at fork
281 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
13
Turn right onto US 74
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 74
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
15
Turn left onto US 11; US 64
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
South Lee Highway
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on US 11
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Keith Street Southwest
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto Inman Street West
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Inman Street West
Use the right lane.
18
Arrive at destination
US 64
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you don't need to stress over complex pacing or mandatory rest stops. Aim to check your fuel levels before you head out, as the $5 estimated cost assumes a smooth run without unnecessary idling in traffic. Keep an eye on the transition points between TN 153 and US 11, as these junctions are where you will cover the bulk of your mileage. Because there are zero required stops along the way, you have the freedom to drive straight through or build in your own breaks whenever you prefer. My best tip is to monitor local traffic reports for the highway portions, as the 57% highway share means your travel time could fluctuate during peak morning or evening hours.
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 16.7 miles from Middle Valley, TN, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.1 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 33.4 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.7 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cleveland, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Middle Valley, 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 Middle Valley, TN
This is one driving day of about 33.4 miles and 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Middle Valley, 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 US 11 for about 13.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.7 mi from Middle Valley, TN · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from Middle Valley, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cleveland, TN
The final approach into Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, 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
$5.07 one way
$10.15 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.59 | $11.19 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.31 | $12.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Cleveland, TN
Evening in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
7:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
2 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
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 Middle Valley, TN to Cleveland, TN covers 33.4 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 11, TN 153, Bonny Oaks Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.7 miles from Middle Valley, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.07 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 33.4 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 6.8 miles (TN 153): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (US 11; US 64; SR 317): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Middle Valley, TN to Cleveland, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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