Origin
Troy, TN
Morning in Troy on Wednesday
Local time
6:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, TN to Nashville, TN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 31m
Distance
164.4 mi
265 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 19m
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6 AM
3h 31m
8 AM
3h 56m
10 AM
3h 40m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 41m
5 PM
3h 55m
8 PM
3h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, TN
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Nashville, TN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Troy to Nashville covers 176 miles and takes approximately three hours of driving time. Since this route is well-suited for a single day of travel, you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Plan for a fuel budget of roughly $26, which makes this an economical trip across the state. You will primarily navigate via West Harper Street, West Reelfoot Avenue, and TN 22 South. Because both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, you can expect a consistent atmosphere throughout the journey. It is a straightforward trip that balances local road navigation with the steady progress needed to reach the state capital.
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
82.2 miles from Troy, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local roads like West Harper Street and West Reelfoot Avenue, where the pace is dictated by local conditions rather than high-speed cruising. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, you should remain focused on the road ahead throughout the entirety of the 176-mile journey. This path offers a more personal, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the changing landscape of Tennessee. Prepare for a route that prioritizes local connectivity over fast-paced transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Harper 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 Troy, TN to Nashville, TN is easy. At 3h 31m 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 Troy, TN to Nashville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Harper Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Reelfoot Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TN 22 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pikeview Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Paris Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fort Donelson Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Harper Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on Main Street
66 ft
·
6 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn left onto West Harper Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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West Harper Street
3
At the end of the road, turn left
7.3 mi
·
10 min
4
Keep slight right to continue on West Reelfoot Avenue
3.7 mi
·
7 min
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West Reelfoot Avenue
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.8 mi
·
1 min
6
Keep slight right to continue on TN 22 South: Martin
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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TN 22 South: Martin
7
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
13 min
8
Keep slight left to continue on TN 22 South: Dresden
4.7 mi
·
6 min
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TN 22 South: Dresden
9
Turn left onto Pikeview Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Pikeview Street
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto Pikeview Street
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
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Pikeview Street
11
Turn right onto West Main Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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West Main Street
12
Continue on Paris Highway
23 mi
·
34 min
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Paris Highway
13
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
25 mi
·
27 min
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Austin Peay Memorial Highway
14
Continue on Fort Donelson Parkway
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
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Fort Donelson Parkway
15
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
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Austin Peay Memorial Highway
16
Continue on Lake Highway
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
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Lake Highway
17
Continue on Donelson Parkway
1.7 mi
·
1 min
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Donelson Parkway
18
Continue on Main Street
28 mi
·
34 min
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Main Street
19
Merge slight left onto Fort Campbell Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Fort Campbell Boulevard
20
Continue on Providence Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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Providence Boulevard
21
Continue on North 2nd Street
341 ft
·
7 sec
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North 2nd Street
22
Turn right onto North Riverside Drive
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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North Riverside Drive
23
Continue on Ashland City Road
5.6 mi
·
6 min
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Ashland City Road
24
Continue straight
3.1 mi
·
3 min
25
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
26
Merge slight left
33 mi
·
35 min
27
Keep slight right to continue on I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
28
Continue on I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
1.4 mi
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1 min
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I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
29
Take the exit slight right toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
30
Continue on Interstate Drive
374 ft
·
6 sec
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Interstate Drive
31
Turn right onto James Robertson Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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James Robertson Parkway
32
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
128 ft
·
7 sec
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3rd Avenue North
33
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.3 mi
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43 sec
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Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
34
Turn right onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
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1 min
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7th Avenue North
35
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the three-hour duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for at least one stop will help break up the drive comfortably. Since the route is entirely local, keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between West Harper Street, West Reelfoot Avenue, and TN 22 South. Budgeting $26 for gas is a solid starting point, but consider checking local prices near Troy before you head out to ensure you are ready for the full 176-mile distance. Because this is a turn-heavy route, try to avoid making this drive during peak local traffic hours to keep your travel time closer to the three-hour estimate. Taking a single, well-timed break will ensure you arrive in Nashville feeling refreshed and ready to explore.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.2 miles from Troy, TN, or about 1h 45m 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.2 miles or 1h 45m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Troy, 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 Troy, TN
This is one driving day of about 164.4 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Troy, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.2 mi from Troy, TN · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 82.2 miles from Troy, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Nashville, 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
$25.70 one way
$51.40 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.22 | $56.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.64 | $63.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.30 | $72.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.3 | 0 | $17.26 | $7.89 |
| Efficient EV | 41.1 | 0 | $14.39 | $6.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.8 | 0 | $23.02 | $10.52 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Morning in Nashville on Wednesday
Local time
6:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
1 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
3h 31m 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 Troy, TN to Nashville, TN covers 164.4 miles and takes about 3h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Harper Street, West Reelfoot Avenue, TN 22 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82.2 miles from Troy, TN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.70 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Troy, TN to Nashville, TN is easy. At 3h 31m 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 Troy, TN to Nashville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Troy, TN to Nashville, TN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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