Origin
Millington, TN
Afternoon in Millington on Sunday
Local time
2:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Millington, TN to Nashville, TN
Drive Time
3h 43m
Distance
201.8 mi
325 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
Millington, TN
Kelly
Nashville, TN
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
Traveling from Millington to Nashville covers 201.8 miles across Tennessee, typically taking about 3 hours and 43 minutes. Because this route is almost entirely highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $31 for fuel to cover the journey between these two Southeast locations. Navigating through the Downtown Loop and onto I-40 provides a direct path, making this a straightforward transit rather than a sightseeing tour. Whether you are heading to the state capital for business or a quick getaway, the efficiency of this drive allows for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
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
100.9 miles from Millington, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 98% of this trip is spent on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-40, which accounts for a 181.7-mile stretch, the longest segment of the journey. After departing via the Paul W. Barret Parkway, you will settle into a consistent interstate rhythm that defines the character of the drive. The route is highly utilitarian, prioritizing speed and directness over winding scenic detours. Be prepared for a focused, interstate-heavy drive that transitions from the local infrastructure of Millington into the high-traffic corridors leading toward Nashville.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 181.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Paul W Barret Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Raleigh-Millington Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 201.8 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 0.4 miles (Raleigh-Millington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 200 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Raleigh-Millington Road
At end of road, turn right onto Raleigh-Millington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
17.4 mi into trip
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~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
9
200 mi into trip
|
~3h 39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 208A
Toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsv...
8
200.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward US 70: Charlotte Avenue, Demonbreun Street
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 209
Toward US 70: Charlotte Avenue, Demonbreun Stre...
7
201 mi into trip
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~3h 41m in
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US 70 / Charlotte Avenue
Turn left onto US 70 / Charlotte Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 181.7 mi | 3h 15m |
| Paul W Barret Parkway | 15.3 mi | 17m |
| Downtown Loop | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Church Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Raleigh-Millington Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 7th Avenue North | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Charlotte Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 181.7 mi, about 3h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Millington, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on Church Street
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
At end of road, turn right onto Raleigh-Millington Road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Raleigh-Millington Road
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Arlington
4
Merge onto TN 385
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Paul W Barret Parkway
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 19A
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East: Nashville
Use the none lane.
8
Merge onto I 40
182 mi
·
3 hr 15 min
·
I 40
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 208A
Toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 40; I 65
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Downtown Loop
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 209
Toward US 70: Charlotte Avenue, Demonbreun Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on 12th Avenue North
200 ft
·
12 sec
·
12th Avenue North
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn left onto US 70
329 ft
·
7 sec
·
Charlotte Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Continue on Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Planning for just one stop is usually sufficient to complete this 201.8-mile transit comfortably. Since the drive is under four hours, you have the advantage of departing whenever suits your schedule, though monitoring traffic patterns near Nashville is wise to avoid potential congestion. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early on, as the $31 estimated cost assumes steady highway speeds. Because the route relies so heavily on the I-40 corridor, having a navigation app ready to alert you to accidents or construction delays is a smart move. Use your single planned stop to stretch your legs after the long 181.7-mile interstate stretch to stay sharp before arriving in the city.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.9 miles from Millington, TN, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 181.7 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.9 miles or 1h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 2m
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 Millington, 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 Millington, TN
This is one driving day of about 201.8 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Millington, 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 40 for about 181.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.9 mi from Millington, TN · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 100.9 miles from Millington, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 181.7 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.65 one way
$61.30 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $33.79 | $67.58 |
| premium | $4.80 | $38.10 | $76.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $44.83 | $89.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.5 | 0 | $21.19 | $9.69 |
| Efficient EV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.66 | $8.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.7 | 1 | $28.25 | $12.92 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
2:29 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
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
3h 43m 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 Millington, TN to Nashville, TN covers 201.8 miles and takes about 3h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, Paul W Barret Parkway, Downtown Loop. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.9 miles from Millington, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 14 significant decision points across 201.8 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 0.4 miles (Raleigh-Millington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 200 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Millington, TN to Nashville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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