Origin
Nashville, TN
Afternoon in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
2:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nashville, TN to Alamo, TN
Drive Time
2h 48m
Distance
148 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Nashville, TN
MINEIA MARTINS
Alamo, TN
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Nashville to Alamo, Tennessee, expect a straightforward journey covering 148 miles. You will spend roughly 2 hours and 48 minutes on the road, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $22, the trip remains an affordable way to cross the state. Because the route stays entirely within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural feel throughout the drive. The itinerary is best tackled in one go, as the duration does not necessitate an overnight split. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive offers a reliable connection between these two Tennessee points.
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
74 miles from Nashville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 98% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will begin with a significant 128.5-mile stretch on I-40, which serves as the backbone of your journey. After leaving the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you transition onto US-412 and State Route 88 to reach your final destination. While the interstate portion is efficient for covering distance quickly, the final segments offer a change of pace from the high-speed transit. Expect a mostly consistent driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 128.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 412. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.4 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.4 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40 toward I 40 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
7
130.4 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
8
130.4 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
7
145.3 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
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TN 88 / State Highway 88
At end of road, turn left onto TN 88 / State Highway 88
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Nashville, TN to Alamo, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dyersburg along the way.
Dyersburg
130.1 mi in
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~2h 23m
|
via US 412
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 128.5 mi | 2h 18m |
| US 412 | 15 mi | 18m |
| State Route 88 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Bells Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Downtown Loop | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 88 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| George L Davis Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 128.5 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nashville, TN and Alamo, TN.
1
Start on this road
0.4 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto George L Davis Boulevard
87 ft
·
1 sec
·
George L Davis Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville
5
Merge onto I 40; I 65
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Downtown Loop
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
128 mi
·
2 hr 18 min
·
I 40
Toward I 40 West: Memphis
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 412
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 412
Exit 79
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
268 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
15 mi
·
18 min
·
US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
Toward TN 88: Alamo
11
At end of road, turn left onto TN 88
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
State Highway 88
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on TN 88
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 88
13
Turn straight onto TN 88
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Bells Street
14
Arrive at destination
TN 88
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, aim to complete the 148-mile trek in a single session, as the 2 hour and 48 minute duration is manageable for most drivers. Since the route relies so heavily on I-40, check traffic conditions before departing Nashville to avoid potential bottlenecks on that long 128.5-mile stretch. You only need one planned stop to handle fuel or rest, which helps maintain your momentum. Because the fuel cost is a modest $22, you won't need to stress about extensive logistics. My best tip is to prioritize your stop once you exit the interstate, as service options may become more localized once you transition onto State Route 88.
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 74 miles from Nashville, TN, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.5 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74 miles or 1h 23m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alamo, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nashville, 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 Nashville, TN
This is one driving day of about 148 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nashville, 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 128.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74 mi from Nashville, TN · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 74 miles from Nashville, 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 128.5 miles.
Arriving in Alamo, TN
The final approach into Alamo, 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 Alamo, 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
$22.48 one way
$44.96 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.78 | $49.56 |
| premium | $4.80 | $27.94 | $55.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.88 | $65.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.8 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 | 44.4 | 0 | $15.54 | $7.10 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.95 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.72 | $9.47 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Alamo, TN
Afternoon in Alamo on Sunday
Local time
2:29 PM
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 48m 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 Nashville, TN to Alamo, TN covers 148 miles and takes about 2h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, US 412, State Route 88. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74 miles from Nashville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.48 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 148 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.4 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Nashville, TN to Alamo, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dyersburg along the way.
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