Origin
Clarksville, TN
Night in Clarksville on Saturday
Local time
11:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksville, TN to Kingston Springs, 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 7m
Distance
43 mi
69 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
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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Kingston Springs, TN
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Trip Overview
Clarksville to Kingston Springs is 43 miles and takes about 1 hour 7 minutes via State Highway 48 and SR 47, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily through Tennessee, connecting two points within the Southeast region. You'll spend most of your time on highway-style roads, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a direct and uncomplicated journey. Consider this route for its efficiency and ease of navigation, perfect for a short hop or a quick connection between areas.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 48 | 16.2 mi | 23m |
| SR 47 | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 13 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Broadway Street | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Kingston Springs Road | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| South Riverside Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Cumberland Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 48
— 16.2 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, TN and Kingston Springs, 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
16 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 48
8
Turn left onto SR 47
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 47
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Broadway Street
10
Turn straight onto Kingston Springs Road
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Kingston Springs Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto North Main Street
162 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
12
Turn left
66 ft
·
4 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 35.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
9.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
SR 48 / State Highway 48
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 48 / State Highway 48
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
35.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 70 / Broadway Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 70 / Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.72 one way
$13.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.38 | $14.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 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 | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Kingston Springs, TN
Night in Kingston Springs on Saturday
Local time
11:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Charlotte, TN
22 mi in
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 7m 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?
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 78% of the journey on roads designed for consistent speed. You'll encounter stretches like the longest continuous segment of 16.2 miles on State Highway 48, offering a smooth, uninterrupted experience. While the primary roads are State Highway 48, SR 47, and State Highway 13, the overall character leans towards efficient travel rather than winding, scenic byways. Expect a predictable driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.2 mi on State Highway 48.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 48 and SR 47. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 43 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.2 miles on State Highway 48. 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: at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kingston Springs, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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