Clarksville, TN to Halls, TN is 164.4 miles and takes about 3h 33m via I 40 and State Highway 48, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Tennessee, traversing the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. You'll find the route is efficient, allowing you to reach your destination without much fuss. Consider this a solid choice if you need to get from point A to point B without a lot of detours.
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 Clarksville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
83.9 mi
1h 30m
State Highway 48
23.4 mi
34m
US 412
19.7 mi
24m
TN 54
13.2 mi
23m
Center Avenue
9.1 mi
16m
State Highway 13
7.6 mi
11m
East Wardlow Street
2 mi
3m
South Riverside Drive
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 83.9 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, TN and Halls, TN.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
353 ft·11 sec·North 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi·58 sec·Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A Bypass; SR 48
1.3 mi·2 min·South Riverside Drive
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi·13 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn straight onto TN 13; TN 48
0.5 mi·1 min·Cumberland Drive
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on TN 13; TN 48
7.6 mi·11 min·State Highway 13
7
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 48
23 mi·34 min·State Highway 48
8
Turn left onto US 70 Business
332 ft·8 sec·West College Street
9
Turn right onto SR 48 Alternate
0.1 mi·10 sec·Church Street
10
Continue on SR 48 Alternate
9.1 mi·16 min·Center Avenue
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 163Toward SR 48: Centerville
12
Merge onto I 40
84 mi·1 hr 30 min·I 40
13
Take the exit onto US 412
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 412
Exit 79Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
268 ft·6 sec·US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
19 mi·23 min·US 412
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury CityUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
120 ft·5 sec
Toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
18
Turn left onto TN 54; TN 88
13 mi·23 min·TN 54; TN 88
19
Continue on TN 88; TN 180
2.0 mi·3 min·East Wardlow Street
20
Turn right onto TN 88
0.8 mi·1 min·2nd Street
21
Continue on TN 88
1.3 mi·2 min·State Route 88
22
Continue on TN 88
0.6 mi·1 min·South Church Street
23
Turn left
54 ft·3 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of under four hours, this is easily a same-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and take advantage of lighter traffic. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is over 83 miles on I 40, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you hit that segment. Given the relatively short duration, you have flexibility, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise, especially before entering longer highway stretches. No need for an overnight stay, so you can be flexible with your departure time.
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 Clarksville, TN, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.9 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 36 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.2 miles or 1h 49m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Halls, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clarksville, 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 Clarksville, TN
This is one driving day of about 164.4 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Clarksville, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 83.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 126.6 and 146.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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126.6 mi into trip|~2h 37m in|US 412
Take the exit onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 79
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
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126.9 mi into trip|~2h 37m in|US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
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126.9 mi into trip|~2h 37m in|US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412 West: Alamo, Dyersburg
7
146.3 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Take the exit toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TN 54, TN 88: Maury City
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146.5 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TN 54 South, TN 88 West: Maury City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.70 one way
$51.40 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Clarksville, TN
Late night
in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Halls, TN
Late night
in Halls on Sunday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
27 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 33m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of the journey on major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 40, including an uninterrupted stretch of 83.9 miles. While the bulk of the trip is on high-speed interstates and US highways, expect some transitions as you move between them. The character is largely about covering ground efficiently, rather than a winding, scenic exploration. Prepare for a steady pace for most of the 3h 33m duration.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 83.9 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and State Highway 48. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 126.6 miles in near US 412.
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 17 significant decision points across 164.4 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 126.6 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.9 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.9 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Clarksville, TN to Halls, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dyersburg along the way.
Dyersburg
126.6 mi in|~2h 37m|via US 412
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 164.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 83.9 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Halls, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 126.6 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.9 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.9 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Halls, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
