Origin
Mount Carmel, TN
Evening in Mount Carmel on Sunday
Local time
6:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Carmel, TN to Cleveland, TN
Drive Time
4h 59m
Distance
236.1 mi
380 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 46m
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6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 9m
12 PM
5h 6m
3 PM
5h 10m
5 PM
5h 25m
8 PM
4h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Carmel, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Mount Carmel to Cleveland, Tennessee, prepare for a 244.1-mile journey that takes approximately 4 hours and 16 minutes to complete. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it functions best as a single-day drive. You should budget about $36 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the path is entirely contained within the Southeast region, you will remain in a familiar landscape throughout the transit. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, this trip requires your full attention, so plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and stay sharp behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
118 miles from Mount Carmel, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a significantly different experience than your typical interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of turn-heavy local roads, including Smith Gravel Pit Road, Bobs Landing Road, and Savannah Highway. This layout creates a technical, hands-on driving experience that demands constant engagement rather than the monotony of cruise control. Because the path relies on local infrastructure, the road character remains consistent and winding, requiring you to stay alert through every curve. It is a true back-roads journey that prioritizes local navigation over high-speed travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 24. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near Smith Gravel Pit Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 236.1 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 0.9 miles (Smith Gravel Pit Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.4 miles (Bobs Landing Road): Navigation decision point; at 146.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Smith Gravel Pit Road
Turn sharp left onto Smith Gravel Pit Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
5.4 mi into trip
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~21m in
|
Bobs Landing Road
At end of road, turn left onto Bobs Landing Road
Navigation decision point
5
146.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
211.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 North: Knoxville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 185 B
Toward I 75 North: Knoxville
7
231.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m 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 64 | 66.8 mi | 1h 17m |
| I 24 | 50.5 mi | 58m |
| United States Route 64 | 44.4 mi | 50m |
| I 75 | 18.4 mi | 22m |
| US 641 | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| Savannah Highway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Sewanee Highway | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Smith Gravel Pit Road | 4.5 mi | 17m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 66.8 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Carmel, TN and Cleveland, TN.
1
Start on Mt Carmel Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Mt Carmel Road
2
Turn sharp left onto Smith Gravel Pit Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Smith Gravel Pit Road
3
Continue on Smith Gravel Pit Road
3.3 mi
·
13 min
·
Smith Gravel Pit Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Bobs Landing Road
513 ft
·
22 sec
·
Bobs Landing Road
5
Continue on Bobs Landing Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Bobs Landing Road
6
Turn left onto US 641
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 641
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 64
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Savannah Highway
8
Continue on US 64
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Dexter L Woods Memorial Boulevard
9
Continue on US 64
44 mi
·
50 min
·
United States Route 64
10
Continue on US 64
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
West College Street
11
Continue on US 64
67 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
US 64
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
13
Keep slight right at fork
184 ft
·
5 sec
14
Turn straight onto US 41A
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Cowan Highway
15
Continue on US 41A
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Cumberland Street West
16
Continue on US 41A
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Sewanee Highway
17
Continue on US 41A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sollace M Freeman Highway
18
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Sewanee Highway
19
Continue on US 41A
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
David Crockett Highway
20
Continue on US 41A
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
21
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
22
Merge onto I 24; US 64
51 mi
·
58 min
·
I 24;US 64
Use the none lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 185 B
Toward I 75 North: Knoxville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto I 75
18 mi
·
22 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
26
Keep slight left at fork
281 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 20
Toward US 64 Bypass East: Cleveland
27
Turn right onto US 74
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 74
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
29
Turn left onto US 11; US 64
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
South Lee Highway
Use the none lane.
30
Continue on US 11
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Keith Street Southwest
Use the none lane.
31
Turn right onto Inman Street West
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Inman Street West
Use the right lane.
32
Arrive at destination
US 64
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 244.1-mile trek, aim to depart early in the morning to navigate the winding sections during daylight hours. Since you are limited to local roads, account for the extra time needed to maneuver through turns rather than relying on high-speed transit. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to refuel and reset, keeping your $36 fuel budget in mind as you map out your transit. Given that the route is heavy on turns, prioritize vehicle maintenance checks before you leave to ensure your tires and brakes are ready for the technical demands of Smith Gravel Pit Road and Bobs Landing Road.
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 118 miles from Mount Carmel, TN, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.8 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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 6m
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 Mount Carmel, 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 Mount Carmel, TN
This is one driving day of about 236.1 miles and 4h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mount Carmel, 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 US 64 for about 66.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 118 mi from Mount Carmel, TN · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 118 miles from Mount Carmel, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.8 miles.
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
$35.86 one way
$71.72 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $39.53 | $79.07 |
| premium | $4.80 | $44.57 | $89.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $52.45 | $104.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.79 | $11.33 |
| Efficient EV | 59 | 0 | $20.66 | $9.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.4 | 1 | $33.05 | $15.11 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
7:18 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 59m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mount Carmel, TN to Cleveland, TN covers 236.1 miles and takes about 4h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, I 24, United States Route 64. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 118 miles from Mount Carmel, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.86 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 236.1 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 0.9 miles (Smith Gravel Pit Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.4 miles (Bobs Landing Road): Navigation decision point; at 146.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Mount Carmel, TN to Cleveland, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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