Origin
Cleveland, TN
Morning in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cleveland, TN to Crossville, 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 43m
Distance
68.8 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crossville, TN
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Trip Overview
This 68.8-mile drive from Cleveland, TN, to Crossville, TN, is an easy one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 43 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Wassom Memorial Highway and US 27, with a segment on Highway 60. With a projected fuel cost of around $11, this route offers an economical option for a short journey within the Southeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, making it a straightforward yet engaging excursion. It's a perfect length for a leisurely drive without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.4 miles from Cleveland, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wassom Memorial Highway | 19.8 mi | 29m |
| US 27 | 17.6 mi | 24m |
| Highway 60 | 13.5 mi | 20m |
| Georgetown Road Northwest | 7.7 mi | 12m |
| US 127 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Hiwassee Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Keith Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 25th Street NW | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Wassom Memorial Highway
— 19.8 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, TN and Crossville, TN.
1
Start on US 64
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Inman Street West
2
Turn right onto US 11
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Keith Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto TN 60
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
25th Street Northwest
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on TN 60
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
25th Street NW
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on TN 60
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
25th Street Northwest
6
Continue on TN 60
7.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Georgetown Road Northwest
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on SR 60
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Georgetown Rd NW
8
Continue on SR 60
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Highway 60
9
Continue on SR 60
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Blythe Ferry Road
10
Turn straight onto SR 60
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Hiwassee Highway
11
Take the ramp
278 ft
·
5 sec
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto US 27
18 mi
·
24 min
·
US 27
13
Turn left onto Piccadilly Avenue
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Piccadilly Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Herb M Wassom Mem Highway
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Herb M Wassom Mem Highway
15
At end of road, turn right onto SR 68
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Herb M Wassom Mem Highway
16
Continue on SR 68
20 mi
·
29 min
·
Wassom Memorial Highway
17
Turn straight onto US 127
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 127
18
Arrive at destination
US 127
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 43-minute duration, this trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart from Cleveland, TN, at your leisure, perhaps after a morning coffee. There are no specific 'must-stop' points mentioned, so you can decide on breaks as needed, keeping in mind the total distance. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $11, and plan your refueling stops accordingly, especially before any longer stretches on US 27. The longest single stretch is just under 20 miles, so you won't be driving for excessively long periods without a potential turn or change in scenery.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.4 miles from Cleveland, TN, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.8 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.4 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crossville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cleveland, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cleveland, TN
This is one driving day of about 68.8 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Cleveland, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Wassom Memorial Highway for about 19.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.4 miles from Cleveland, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 44.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 11 / Keith Street
Turn right onto US 11 / Keith Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
TN 60 / 25th Street Northwest
Turn left onto TN 60 / 25th Street Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
26.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
44.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
Piccadilly Avenue
Turn left onto Piccadilly Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
44.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
SR 68 / Herb M Wassom Mem Highway
At end of road, turn right onto SR 68 / Herb M Wassom Mem Highway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.76 one way
$21.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.24 | $26.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.19 | $30.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Crossville, TN
Morning in Crossville on Sunday
Local time
6:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
84°F
Edgewater, TN
34 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 43m 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 route offers a mixed driving experience, with 51% of it on highways. You'll encounter a 19.8-mile stretch on Wassom Memorial Highway, which forms the longest uninterrupted segment. The journey transitions between these main roads, providing a dynamic feel behind the wheel. Expect a blend of faster highway speeds and potentially more localized road conditions as you make your way towards Crossville. The overall character is one of steady progression rather than a monotonous grind.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.8 mi on Wassom Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 11 / Keith Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 11 / Keith Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (TN 60 / 25th Street Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 68.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.8 miles on Wassom Memorial Highway. 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 0.4 miles (US 11 / Keith Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (TN 60 / 25th Street Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Crossville, 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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