Road Trips from Crossville, TN
Crossville, TN, is your launchpad for a variety of Tennessee road trips. You've got quick, under-an-hour hops for a short escape, plus longer drives that get you to major cities within a few hours. Most routes favor highway driving, making for efficient travel, but there are options with surface roads for a more varied experience. Several destinations offer access to parks, so if nature's calling, there are choices for you.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
0.6h
With Parks Nearby
5
Under 2 hours
Knoxville, TN
1h 21m69.6 mi one way
This 1.4-hour drive is a solid highway-focused option to get you to Knoxville. It's a shorter haul than Nashville or Kingsport, and while it has park access, it’s not as close as the Murfreesboro routes.
Deerwood, TN
37m25.2 mi one way
For the shortest trip from Crossville, this 25.2-mile, 0.6-hour drive to Deerwood is your best bet. It's purely highway, so expect a straightforward transit rather than a scenic route.
Full-day getaway
Nashville, TN
2h 8m113.3 mi one way
If you’re aiming for the capital, this 2.1-hour, highway-heavy drive lands you in Nashville. It’s a longer trip than heading to Knoxville, but offers a good drive score and access to Stones River National Battlefield.
Murfreesboro, TN
2h 7m94.7 mi one way
This route to Murfreesboro offers a change from the usual highway focus, utilizing mostly surface roads for its 2.1-hour, 94.7-mile journey. It also provides access to Stones River National Battlefield.
Clarksville, TN
3h158.2 mi one way
Clocking in at 3 hours and 158.2 miles, this highway-focused drive takes you to Clarksville. It's one of the longer options, matching Kingsport and Jackson in drive time and score, but without the park proximity.
City of Murfreesboro, TN
2h 10m96 mi one way
Similar to the other Murfreesboro trip, this 2.2-hour, 96-mile option uses mostly surface roads. It provides park access via Stones River National Battlefield, making it a comparable choice for a less highway-intensive drive.
Kingsport, TN
3h 9m165.8 mi one way
This 3.2-hour, 165.8-mile trip to Kingsport is a predominantly highway drive. It’s one of the longest routes from Crossville, similar in length to Clarksville and Jackson, but without any nearby parks listed.
Weekend trip
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Jackson, TN
4h 27m241.4 mi one way
Nashville, TN
2h 8m113.3 mi one way
Knoxville, TN
1h 21m69.6 mi one way
Murfreesboro, TN
2h 7m94.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With park access available on several routes, spring offers opportunities for outdoor enjoyment as you travel through Tennessee.
Summer
The highway-focused routes make summer travel efficient, with park access available for those seeking a break from the road.
Fall
As the seasons change, routes with nearby parks provide scenic stops for enjoying the fall foliage.
Winter
Winter travel is best suited for the highway-focused drives, ensuring quicker transit to your chosen Tennessee destination.
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