Origin
Clarksville, TN
Morning in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
7:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksville, TN to Hendersonville, 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 4m
Distance
51.1 mi
82 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
Spanning 56.7 miles, this route connects Clarksville to Hendersonville in about one hour. Because the journey is relatively short, you can easily complete it as a straightforward day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily through local roads like Franklin Street, University Avenue, and Madison Street, keeping you off the major interstates entirely. With a fuel budget of just $8, this drive is highly economical for travelers moving between these two Tennessee cities. Since both locations are situated within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic feel throughout the entire trip. It is a practical, no-fuss option for those looking to travel between these specific points efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 29.3 mi | 31m |
| Madison Street | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Old Hickory Boulevard | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| TN 76 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| I 65 | 3 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Vietnam Veterans Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Franklin Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 29.3 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, TN and Hendersonville, TN.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto Franklin Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Franklin Street
3
Turn right onto US 41A
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
University Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 41A; SR 76
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Madison Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto TN 76
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
TN 76
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
7
Merge onto I 24
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 24
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 40
Toward TN 45: Old Hickory Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto TN 45
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Hickory Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 65 North: Louisville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 65
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 65
12
Continue on I 65
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
I 65
13
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 386
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
Exit 95
Toward SR 386: Hendersonville, Gallatin
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 2
Toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
163 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hendersonville
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto Center Point Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Center Point Road
17
Turn left onto US 31E
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Walton Ferry Road
53 ft
·
1 sec
·
Walton Ferry Road
19
Arrive at destination
Walton Ferry Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.6 miles from Clarksville, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 48.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street
Turn left onto US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
38.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward TN 45: Old Hickory Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 40
Toward TN 45: Old Hickory Boulevard
9
45.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
TN 386 / Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 386 / Vietnam Veterans Boulevard toward SR 386: Hendersonville, Gallatin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 95
Toward SR 386: Hendersonville, Gallatin
8
47.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward Center Point Road, Hendersonville
9
48.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hendersonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, Hend...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.99 one way
$15.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.83 | $19.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Hendersonville, TN
Morning in Hendersonville on Sunday
Local time
7:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 4m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of local connectors, meaning your focus will be on maneuverability rather than high-speed cruising. Because the longest stretch of road is on Franklin Street at 0 miles, you should be prepared for frequent transitions and varying road conditions. This setup makes the trip feel much more like a cross-town navigation exercise than an interstate haul. Stay alert at intersections and keep your hands on the wheel, as the winding nature of these local roads requires consistent attention compared to a standard highway path.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.3 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Madison Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.1 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.5 miles (TN 386 / Vietnam Veterans Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
818 ft
430 ft
Total Climb
722 ft
Total Descent
711 ft
Highest Point
818 ft
~32.9 mi in
Elevation Range
388 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Clarksville, TN and Hendersonville, TN, road signs point toward Gallatin and Monthaven Arts And Cultural Center.
Gallatin
45.5 mi in
|
~56m
|
via TN 386
Monthaven Arts And Cultural Center
48.2 mi in
|
~59m
About the Cities
Starting in Clarksville, TN
Full guide →Clarksville is the county seat of Montgomery County, in Central Tennessee. Founded in 1784, Clarksville is one of the south's most historic cities. Today, visitors can experience that history through memorable attractions, unique historic architecture and a variety of annual festivals and events. Steeped in history, Clarksville began as a settlement along the banks of the Cumberland and Red Rivers by Revolutionary War hero John Montgomery in the early 1780s. In 1785, Clarksville became Tennessee's first incorporated city.
Arriving in Hendersonville, TN
Full guide →Hendersonville is a city in Sumner County of the American state of Tennessee. It is a well-known suburb of Nashville, Tennessee, and has been the home of many country music stars, including Conway Twitty, Roy Orbison, and Johnny Cash.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 51.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.3 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Hendersonville, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 0.7 miles (US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.5 miles (TN 386 / Vietnam Veterans Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hendersonville, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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