Origin
Nolensville, TN
Evening in Nolensville on Wednesday
Local time
8:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nolensville, TN to Nashville, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
30m
Distance
17 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nolensville, TN
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Nashville, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Nolensville to Nashville, you are in for a quick 22-mile commute that typically takes about 32 minutes. This straightforward trip is perfect for a single-day excursion, as it requires no overnight stay or complex planning. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly affordable way to transition from the suburban feel of Nolensville into the heart of the city. You will stay entirely within the Southeast region throughout the journey, keeping the transition smooth and familiar. Because there are no required stops, you can easily complete this drive in one go, making it a highly practical option for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.5 miles from Nolensville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily along Nolensville Pike, 4th Avenue South, and Ensley Boulevard to reach your destination. Since there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of road, your focus will be on managing local traffic patterns and intersections. The lack of highway segments means you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that reflects the character of the local surface streets. It is a steady, rhythmic drive that moves you directly through the corridor connecting these two Tennessee communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Nolensville Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 10.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.3 miles in near US 31A; US 41A / 2nd Avenue South.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.3 miles (US 31A; US 41A / 2nd Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles (US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S / 8th Avenue South): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.5 miles (Rosa L Parks Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
14.3 mi into trip
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~24m in
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US 31A; US 41A / 2nd Avenue South
Turn left onto US 31A; US 41A / 2nd Avenue South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
15.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S / 8th Avenue South
Enter roundabout onto US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S / 8th Avenue South
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
16.5 mi into trip
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~28m in
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Rosa L Parks Avenue
Turn right onto Rosa L Parks Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
16.6 mi into trip
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~29m in
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Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
16.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
7th Avenue North
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nolensville Pike | 10.5 mi | 17m |
| Nolensville Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| 4th Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Lafayette Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 8th Avenue South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 7th Avenue North | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Rosa L Parks Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Nolensville Pike
— 10.5 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nolensville, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on US 31A; US 41A
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Nolensville Road
2
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Nolensville Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue South
4
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Ensley Boulevard
5
Turn left onto US 31A; US 41A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Turn slight left onto US 31A; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Enter roundabout onto US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
169 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Avenue South
8
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
8th Avenue South
9
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 431
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Boulevard
10
Turn right onto Rosa L Parks Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
411 ft
·
15 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 32-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for typical local traffic patterns. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep your fuel gauge in mind, though with a $3 cost, topping off before you leave Nolensville is a simple way to ensure a stress-free arrival. Because you are traveling on local roads like Nolensville Pike, stay alert for frequent turns and changing speed limits throughout the 22-mile stretch. Treating this as a direct local commute will help you make the most of the short travel time.
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 8.5 miles from Nolensville, TN, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.5 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 17 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Nolensville, TN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Nolensville, TN
This is one driving day of about 17 miles and 30m.
At 17 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Nolensville Pike for about 10.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Nolensville, TN · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Nolensville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nashville, TN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Nashville, TN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.66 one way
$5.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.92 | $5.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.75 | $7.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Nashville, TN
Evening in Nashville on Wednesday
Local time
8:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
30m 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 Nolensville, TN to Nashville, TN covers 17 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Nolensville Pike, Nolensville Road, 4th Avenue South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Nolensville, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.66 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 straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.3 miles (US 31A; US 41A / 2nd Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles (US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S / 8th Avenue South): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.5 miles (Rosa L Parks Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Nolensville, TN to Nashville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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