The drive from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 15m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 24, Lafayette Road, US 31E for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.2 miles on I 24.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.3 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 104.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 15m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 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 29.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near SR 52 / Lafayette Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 104.6 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 1.2 miles (SR 52 / Lafayette Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.4 miles (TN 45 / West Old Hickory Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1.2 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 52 / Lafayette Road
Turn right onto SR 52 / Lafayette Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
62.1 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward SR 45: Madison, Old Hickory Boulevard
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 92
Toward SR 45: Madison, Old Hickory Boulevard
6
62.4 mi into trip|~1h 23m in|TN 45 / West Old Hickory Boulevard
Turn right onto TN 45 / West Old Hickory Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
99.2 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|US 41A / Madison Street
Turn right onto US 41A / Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
104.6 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|North 2nd Street
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 24
29.2 mi
31m
Lafayette Road
23.7 mi
35m
US 31E
16.9 mi
21m
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
15.1 mi
17m
Madison Street
4.7 mi
8m
West Old Hickory Boulevard
3.5 mi
5m
TN 76
3.4 mi
3m
I 65
2.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 29.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Boiling Springs, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on SR 56
1.2 mi·1 min·Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 52
24 mi·35 min·Lafayette Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto US 31E; US 231
17 mi·21 min·US 31E; US 231
4
Continue on US 31E
0.4 mi·41 sec·West Broadway
5
Turn right onto TN 25
0.4 mi·31 sec·Red River Road
6
Turn straight onto SR 174
2.0 mi·2 min·Long Hollow Pike
7
Continue on TN 386
15 mi·17 min·Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 65
2.6 mi·2 min·I 65
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 92Toward SR 45: Madison, Old Hickory BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto TN 45
3.5 mi·5 min·West Old Hickory Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 24 West: Clarksville
12
Merge onto I 24
29 mi·31 min·I 24
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward TN 76
14
Keep slight left at fork
283 ft·9 sec
15
Continue on TN 76
3.4 mi·3 min·TN 76
16
Turn right onto US 41A
4.7 mi·8 min·Madison Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto US 41A
0.4 mi·44 sec·University Avenue
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A; SR 48
0.3 mi·45 sec·College Street
19
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
134 ft·2 sec·North 2nd Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
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 52.3 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.2 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 23 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 1h 11m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Red Boiling Springs, 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 Red Boiling Springs, TN
This is one driving day of about 104.6 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 29.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.3 mi from Red Boiling Springs, TN
· 1h 11m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.35 one way
$32.71 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.95
$35.91
premium
$4.89
$20.13
$40.26
diesel
$5.61
$23.09
$46.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.4
0
$10.98
$5.02
Efficient EV
26.2
0
$9.15
$4.18
EV Truck/SUV
41.8
0
$14.64
$6.69
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Red Boiling Springs, TN
Afternoon
in Red Boiling Springs on Friday
Local time
12:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clarksville, TN
Afternoon
in Clarksville on Friday
Local time
12:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 10 mph34% chanceLive 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
7 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
2h 15m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Clarksville, TN covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 24, Lafayette Road, US 31E. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.3 miles from Red Boiling Springs, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.35 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 104.6 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 1.2 miles (SR 52 / Lafayette Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.4 miles (TN 45 / West Old Hickory Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Red Boiling Springs, TN to Clarksville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
