Cleveland, TN to Lewisburg, TN is 147.1 miles and takes about 3h 8m via I-24 and I-75, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily navigating Tennessee's varied landscapes. Expect a drive that mostly utilizes major interstates, making it a straightforward journey. With a recommended 1 day for this route, it's an accessible option for a quick transfer or a short leg of a larger adventure. The total distance is manageable, allowing for a relatively relaxed travel experience.
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
73.6 miles from Cleveland, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 24
68.8 mi
1h 20m
I 75
18.4 mi
22m
Lewis Avenue
15.3 mi
22m
South Jackson Street
14.5 mi
17m
Wattendorf Memorial Highway
10.6 mi
14m
Nashville Highway
5.1 mi
7m
SR 64
3.4 mi
5m
South Lee Highway
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 68.8 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland, TN and Lewisburg, TN.
1
Start on US 64
68 ft·9 sec·Inman Street West
2
Turn left onto US 64; US 11 Business
0.1 mi·18 sec·Broad Street Southwest
3
Turn right onto US 64; US 11 Business
0.2 mi·23 sec·3rd Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on US 64; US 11 Business
0.3 mi·35 sec·Lee Highway
5
Turn left onto US 11; US 64
2.4 mi·3 min·South Lee Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
7
Merge onto US 74
1.3 mi·1 min·US 74
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto I 75
18 mi·22 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi·56 sec
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, NashvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 24
69 mi·1 hr 20 min·I 24
Toward Chattanooga, NashvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·30 sec
Exit 117Toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
13
Keep slight left at fork
46 ft·7 sec
Exit 117Toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
14
Turn left onto Wattendorf Memorial Hwy
0.1 mi·11 sec·Wattendorf Memorial Hwy
15
Continue on Wattendorf Memorial Highway
11 mi·14 min·Wattendorf Memorial Highway
16
Continue on Wattendorf Highway
1.7 mi·2 min·Wattendorf Highway
17
Continue on Forrest Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·Forrest Boulevard
18
Continue on South Anderson Street
0.3 mi·56 sec·South Anderson Street
19
Turn left onto SR 55
0.4 mi·34 sec·East Carroll Street
20
Turn right onto US 41A; SR 55; SR 130
14 mi·17 min·South Jackson Street
21
Turn left onto SR 64
3.4 mi·5 min·SR 64
22
Turn right onto SR 64; SR 82; SR 130
0.2 mi·13 sec·North Jefferson Street
23
Continue on SR 64; SR 82; SR 130
478 ft·10 sec·East Lane Street
24
Continue on SR 64; SR 130
0.2 mi·17 sec·Lane Parkway
25
Turn left onto US 231; SR 64; SR 130
0.7 mi·1 min·North Cannon Boulevard
26
Turn right onto SR 64; SR 130
15 mi·22 min·Lewis Avenue
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 31A
5.1 mi·7 min·Nashville Highway
28
Continue on US 31A Business; US 431 Business
0.4 mi·42 sec·Verona Avenue
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Continue on US 31A Business; US 431 Business
0.5 mi·56 sec·North 2nd Avenue
30
Enter roundabout onto US 31A Business; US 431 Business
247 ft·5 sec·North 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of about 3 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with departure time. Leaving Cleveland, TN in the morning allows for arrival in Lewisburg with plenty of daylight remaining. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a major exit is 68.8 miles on I-24. Planning for one stop is sufficient for this trip, perhaps around the halfway point or just before entering Lewisburg. The $23 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check current prices before you depart to fine-tune your budget.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.6 miles from Cleveland, TN, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.8 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 32 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.6 miles or 1h 29m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lewisburg, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cleveland, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Cleveland, TN
This is one driving day of about 147.1 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Cleveland, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 68.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 93 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest
Turn right onto US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.6 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
23.3 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
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92.7 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 117
Toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
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93 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 117
Toward Arnold Airforce Base, Tullahoma
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.00 one way
$45.99 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.25
$50.50
premium
$4.89
$28.31
$56.62
diesel
$5.61
$32.48
$64.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.1
0
$15.45
$7.06
Efficient EV
36.8
0
$12.87
$5.88
EV Truck/SUV
58.8
0
$20.59
$9.41
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Cleveland, TN
Late night
in Cleveland on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lewisburg, TN
Night
in Lewisburg on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Cloudy
SSW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
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
20 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
3h 8m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Stones River National Battlefield
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...
28 mi from route
~69 min detour
Free
near mile 121.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 63% of the journey on interstates like I-24 and I-75. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 68.8 miles on I-24, which offers consistent speed and direct travel. While the highway dominates, the inclusion of Lewis Avenue suggests a transition into more local roads as you approach your destination. The overall character is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss. It’s less about winding backroads and more about covering ground.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.8 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 147.1 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 0.2 miles (US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cleveland, TN and Lewisburg, TN, road signs point toward Nashville, Chattanooga, Arnold Airforce Base and Tullahoma.
Nashville
23.3 mi in|~30m
Chattanooga
24 mi in|~31m|via I 24
Arnold Airforce Base
92.7 mi in|~1h 51m
Tullahoma
92.7 mi in|~1h 51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 8m. Total distance: 147.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 68.8 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Lewisburg, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 64; US 11 Business / 3rd Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Lewisburg, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
