Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 30m
Distance
239.2 mi
385 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
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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Seymour, TN
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Clarksville, TN to Seymour, TN is 239.2 miles and takes about 4h 30m via I 24 and I 40, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within the Southeast region, staying entirely within Tennessee. It's a straightforward drive primarily on interstates, making it an efficient option for a single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on the highway, so expect a functional rather than a scenic experience. This route is a solid choice if you need to cover ground quickly between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
119.6 miles from Clarksville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 119 mi | 2h 9m |
| I 40 | 96 mi | 1h 45m |
| Chapman Highway | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Madison Street | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| TN 76 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Boyds Creek Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Henley Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Franklin Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, TN and Seymour, TN.
Start on North 2nd Street
Turn left onto Franklin Street
Turn right onto US 41A
Turn left onto US 41A; SR 76
Turn left onto TN 76
Take the exit
Merge onto I 24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24
Continue on I 24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 24
Continue on I 40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on US 441
Continue on US 441; SR 33
Turn left onto SR 338
Arrive at destination
Given the 4.5-hour drive time, starting your journey in Clarksville, TN, in the morning allows ample time to reach Seymour, TN, before evening. With only one recommended stop and a highway share of 91%, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 119 miles on I 24, as services might be less frequent in certain sections. This is a flexible drive, so depart when it's most convenient for you.
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.
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 53 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.6 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Seymour, 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 239.2 miles and 4h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
120 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 119.6 miles from Clarksville, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119 miles.
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 0.7 and 224.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24 toward I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 24 toward I 40 East, I 24 East: Knoxville, Chattanooga
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Convention Center, East Tennessee History Center, Museum of Art
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$37.40 one way
$74.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $41.06 | $82.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $46.03 | $92.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.81 | $105.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.8 | 0 | $25.12 | $11.48 |
| Efficient EV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.93 | $9.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.7 | 1 | $33.49 | $15.31 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Night in Clarksville on Saturday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Seymour on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
National Park
Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of it...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll encounter stretches of I 24 and I 40 for the bulk of your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 119 miles on I 24, so plan for a significant period of consistent highway driving. While Chapman Highway is part of the route, the majority is spent on high-speed interstate travel. The character remains consistent for most of the journey, emphasizing forward momentum over winding roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and I 40. 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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 239.2 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 0.7 miles (US 41A; SR 76 / Madison Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.2 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Clarksville, TN and Seymour, TN, road signs point toward Knoxville, Chattanooga, Convention Center, Tennessee History Center and Museum Of Art.
Knoxville
Chattanooga
Convention Center
Tennessee History Center
Museum Of Art
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 30m. Total distance: 239.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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