Origin
Camden, TN
Late night in Camden on Sunday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camden, TN to Clarksville, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
65.3 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camden, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Camden to Clarksville, Tennessee, you are looking at a straightforward 65.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. By utilizing a combination of US 70, State Highway 13, and SR 149, you will traverse the Southeast region with ease. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, this drive offers a reliable connection between these two Tennessee locales without the hassle of a multi-day commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.6 miles from Camden, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 149 | 21.7 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 13 | 21 mi | 31m |
| US 70 | 14.8 mi | 21m |
| North Forrest Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| South Riverside Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Cumberland Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| College Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 149
— 21.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on West Walnut Street
106 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Walnut Street
2
Turn right onto SR 69A
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Forrest Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70 Business
208 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 70 Business
4
Continue on US 70
15 mi
·
21 min
·
US 70
5
Turn right onto West Main Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
6
Turn left onto TN 13
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Church Street
7
Continue on TN 13
19 mi
·
28 min
·
State Highway 13
8
Turn left onto SR 49
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Turn right onto SR 149
22 mi
·
32 min
·
SR 149
10
At end of road, turn left onto TN 13; TN 48
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 13
11
Continue on TN 13; TN 48
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Drive
12
Turn left onto US 41A Bypass; SR 48
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Riverside Drive
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto SR 48
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
College Street
14
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
134 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 2nd Street
15
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1-hour and 40-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the 65.3-mile trip in one go without the need for scheduled stops, though it is always wise to ensure your tank is full before hitting the road to keep your costs near the estimated $10 mark. Because the route relies heavily on highway travel, pay close attention to traffic flow when transitioning between US 70 and State Highway 13. Given the lack of required stops, consider this an ideal route for a direct commute or a quick day trip where maximizing your time at the destination is the priority. Use the 21.7-mile stretch on SR 149 as your primary window for steady cruising.
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 32.6 miles from Camden, TN, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.7 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.6 miles or 50m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Camden, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camden, TN
This is one driving day of about 65.3 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Camden, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 149 for about 21.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from Camden, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 65.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue
Turn right onto SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 70 Business
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70 Business
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
39 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
SR 49 / East Main Street
Turn left onto SR 49 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive
Turn left onto US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
65.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
North 2nd Street
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.21 one way
$20.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.21 | $22.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.42 | $28.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Clarksville, TN
Late night in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
29 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 40m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Donelson National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on Sunday, February 16, 1862. The Union victory at Fort Donels...
18 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 42.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 88% of this 65.3-mile trip is spent on major roads. The terrain varies as you transition between US 70, State Highway 13, and SR 149, providing a mix of driving conditions that keeps the journey moving steadily. You will find yourself on a 21.7-mile stretch of SR 149, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. Because this route prioritizes highway travel, you can anticipate a consistent pace rather than the stop-and-go nature of local city streets. It is a practical drive designed for efficiency, allowing you to cover the distance between Camden and Clarksville with minimal disruption.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.7 mi on SR 149.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 149 and State Highway 13. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 40m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 70 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 39 miles (SR 49 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 65.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.7 miles on SR 149. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 69A / North Forrest Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (US 70 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 39 miles (SR 49 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Fort Donelson National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clarksville, TN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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