Origin
Tracy City, TN
Evening in Tracy City on Wednesday
Local time
8:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tracy City, TN to Nashville, TN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
94 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tracy City, TN
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Nashville, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Tracy City to Nashville, you are in for a 94.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have other plans in the city. Budgeting roughly $14 for fuel should cover your transit costs between these two Southeast Tennessee locations. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you should expect a more hands-on driving experience. It is a straightforward trip that serves as a practical connection between the quiet charm of Tracy City and the bustling energy of Nashville.
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
47 miles from Tracy City, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through Pine Street, Colyar Street, and Tracy Road to reach your destination. Because the path is composed entirely of local roads, there is no long-distance, uninterrupted stretch; your longest segment on Pine Street is 0 miles. The road’s personality is defined by constant adjustments and attention to the road ahead, making it a more active experience than a typical highway slog. Be prepared to stay alert behind the wheel as you transition through these local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pine Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tracy City, TN to Nashville, TN is easy. At 1h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tracy City, TN to Nashville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Street | — | — |
| Colyar Street | — | — |
| Tracy Road | — | — |
| Fairmont Avenue | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| I 440 West | — | — |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | — | — |
| US 31 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Pine Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tracy City, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on Railroad Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Avenue
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Pine Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Pine Street
3
Turn left onto Colyar Street
171 ft
·
5 sec
·
Colyar Street
4
Continue on Tracy Road
5.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Tracy Road
5
Continue on Fairmont Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Fairmont Avenue
6
Turn right onto Main Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
7
Turn slight left
305 ft
·
13 sec
8
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
9
Merge slight left
81 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 440 West: Memphis
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 440 West: Memphis
11
Continue on Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
13
Turn right onto Nolensville Pike
364 ft
·
6 sec
·
Nolensville Pike
14
Continue on 4th Avenue South
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue South
15
Continue on Ensley Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Ensley Boulevard
16
Continue on 2nd Avenue South
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
17
Turn slight left onto Lafayette Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Street
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Stix Roundabout
171 ft
·
3 sec
·
Stix Roundabout
19
Exit the rotary onto 8th Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
8th Avenue South
20
Continue on Rosa L Parks Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Boulevard
21
Turn right onto Rosa L Parks Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Avenue
22
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
410 ft
·
16 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
23
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning to avoid peak traffic hours in Nashville is always a smart move. Because there are no scheduled stops on this 94.9-mile route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, keeping that $14 fuel estimate in mind. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, you might want to double-check your navigation apps before leaving Tracy City to ensure you are comfortable with the specific turns on Pine and Colyar Streets. Taking the drive at a steady pace will help you manage the technical sections of the route comfortably. Enjoy the freedom of a direct, one-day transit that gets you to your destination without the need for complex planning.
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 47 miles from Tracy City, TN, or about 56m into the drive.
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 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47 miles or 56m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Tracy City, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tracy City, TN
This is one driving day of about 94 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Tracy City, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47 mi from Tracy City, TN · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47 miles from Tracy City, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Nashville, TN
The final approach into Nashville, TN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.70 one way
$29.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.14 | $32.27 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.09 | $36.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.75 | $41.51 |
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: 32.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.87 | $4.51 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.16 | $6.02 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
8:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Manchester, TN
47 mi in
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
16 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
1h 53m 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 Tracy City, TN to Nashville, TN covers 94 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pine Street, Colyar Street, Tracy Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47 miles from Tracy City, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.70 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.
The drive from Tracy City, TN to Nashville, TN is easy. At 1h 53m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tracy City, TN to Nashville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Tracy City, TN to Nashville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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