Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
105.7 mi
170 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Milan, TN
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Traveling from Clarksville to Milan covers 105.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 41 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it works perfectly as a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily traverses the Southeast, moving through the interior of Tennessee. It is an efficient way to connect these two cities, offering a straightforward experience for those looking to reach their destination without unnecessary 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
52.9 miles from Clarksville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 | 36 mi | 53m |
| SR 149 | 21.7 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 13 | 21 mi | 31m |
| US 70A | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| West Main Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Atwood Highway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Van Hook Street | 2 mi | 2m |
| South Riverside Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, TN and Milan, TN.
Start on North 2nd Street
Turn right onto Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A Bypass; SR 48
Take the exit
Turn straight onto TN 13; TN 48
Continue on TN 13; TN 48
Turn right onto SR 149
At end of road, turn left onto SR 49
Turn right onto TN 13
Continue on TN 13
Turn right onto North Court Square
Continue on West Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
Turn slight left onto US 70
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
At end of road, turn right onto US 70 Business; SR 22 Business
Continue on US 70 Business; SR 22 Business
Turn right onto US 70 Business
Turn right onto SR 22 Bypass
Continue on US 70A
Turn left
Continue on US 70A; US 79
Continue on US 70A; US 79
Turn right onto US 45E
Turn left onto Williamson Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Arrive at destination
Since the total duration is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Plan for at least one stop during your 105.7-mile trek to break up the drive and keep your energy levels steady. Because the route relies on several different highway designations, pay close attention to signage when transitioning from SR 149 to US 70. Filling your tank before leaving Clarksville is a smart move to keep your $16 fuel budget on track. Embracing the shorter duration allows you to arrive in Milan refreshed without the fatigue associated with longer, multi-day road trips.
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.
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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.9 miles or 1h 20m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Milan, TN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Clarksville, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 105.7 miles and 2h 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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.
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 52.9 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 83.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto SR 49 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto US 70 Business; SR 22 Business / Paris Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$16.52 one way
$33.05 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.14 | $36.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.34 | $40.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.34 | $46.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.07 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.80 | $6.76 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
3:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Milan on Sunday
Local time
3:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
78°F
Waverly, TN
53 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Expect a drive defined by a heavy reliance on major thoroughfares, with 86% of your journey taking place on highways. You will navigate a combination of US 70, SR 149, and State Highway 13, which provides a consistent pace across the Tennessee landscape. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on US 70, where you will spend 36 miles focused on the road ahead. While the route feels like a standard highway-focused drive, the transition between these specific state and federal roads keeps the experience from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 and SR 149. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 105.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
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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