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 Altamont, TN
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
98.4 mi
158 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Nashville, TN
MINEIA MARTINS
Altamont, TN
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Nashville to Altamont, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 98.4 miles. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 3 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Tennessee, you will stay within familiar territory for the entire duration of the transit. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to complete the trip. Because the route is compact and efficient, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you to enjoy the destination at your own pace.
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
49.2 miles from Nashville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 98% of the travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-24, which accounts for a 78.1-mile stretch of the journey. The experience is primarily an interstate drive, transitioning onto US-64 and the Downtown Loop as you reach your destination. Because the route relies so heavily on high-speed highways, expect a consistent, predictable pace behind the wheel. It is a functional drive designed to get you from point A to point B without unnecessary technical complications or winding backroads.
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 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 78.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and US 64. You will hit about 12 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 98.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.7 miles (James Robertson Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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 left onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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James Robertson Parkway
Turn left onto James Robertson Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 24 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 24 East
9
2.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 24 toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 50A
Toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattan...
7
4.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 24
Take the exit onto I 24 toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Exit 213A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Nashville, TN to Altamont, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Winchester along the way.
Winchester
80.6 mi in
|
~1h 31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 78.1 mi | 1h 25m |
| US 64 | 17.5 mi | 30m |
| Downtown Loop | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| James Robertson Parkway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Interstate Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pelham Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cumberland Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 78.1 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nashville, TN and Altamont, TN.
1
Start on this road
0.4 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto James Robertson Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
James Robertson Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto Interstate Drive
451 ft
·
9 sec
·
Interstate Drive
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 24 East
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 24
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Downtown Loop
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 24
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 24
Exit 50A
Toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
Use the slight left lane.
8
Take the exit onto I 24
76 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 24
Exit 213A
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 64 West, TN 50: Pelham, Winchester
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 64; SR 50
18 mi
·
30 min
·
US 64; SR 50
11
At end of road, turn left onto SR 56; SR 108
26 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
12
Turn right onto Pelham Road
195 ft
·
13 sec
·
Pelham Road
13
Turn left onto Cumberland Street
182 ft
·
8 sec
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Cumberland Street
14
Arrive at destination
Cumberland Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. To ensure a smooth experience, keep in mind that the longest uninterrupted leg of your travel is the 78.1-mile stretch on I-24. You might want to check traffic patterns on the interstate before you leave to avoid any unexpected delays during peak hours. As you approach the end of your 2-hour and 3-minute drive, take note of your fuel levels; filling up before you leave Nashville will easily cover the entire $15 fuel cost for the round trip. Embracing the simplicity of this direct route allows you to maximize your time once you arrive in Altamont.
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 49.2 miles from Nashville, TN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.1 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.2 miles or 57m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altamont, 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 98.4 miles and 2h 3m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 78.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.2 mi from Nashville, TN · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 49.2 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 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.1 miles.
Arriving in Altamont, TN
The final approach into Altamont, 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 Altamont, 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
$14.95 one way
$29.89 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.48 | $32.95 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.58 | $37.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.86 | $43.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.33 | $4.72 |
| Efficient EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.61 | $3.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (65% 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
Altamont, TN
Afternoon in Altamont 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 3m 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 Altamont, TN covers 98.4 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, US 64, 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 49.2 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 $14.95 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.7 miles (James Robertson Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Nashville, TN to Altamont, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Winchester along the way.
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