Origin
Decherd, TN
Late night in Decherd on Tuesday
Local time
3:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Decherd, TN to Clarksville, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
132.8 mi
214 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Decherd, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Decherd to Clarksville covers 132.8 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 37 minutes. Because this is a straightforward trek within the Southeast, you can easily complete the entire journey in a single day. Budgeting approximately $20 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. The route utilizes a mix of local paths like South Jackson Street and Florida Short Route alongside the efficiency of I-24. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the trip is manageable and doesn't require an overnight stay to complete comfortably.
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
66.4 miles from Decherd, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 67.7 mi | 1h 15m |
| South Jackson Street | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| Florida Short Route | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| Shelbyville Highway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Tullahoma Highway | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| SR 437 | 6 mi | 6m |
| Madison Street | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| TN 76 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 67.7 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decherd, TN and Clarksville, TN.
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Start on this road
330 ft
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16 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto SR 50
0.9 mi
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1 min
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West Main Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 41A
1.4 mi
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1 min
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Decherd Boulevard
4
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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Tullahoma Highway
5
Continue on US 41A
3.0 mi
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3 min
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South Main Street
6
Continue on US 41A
4.3 mi
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5 min
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Tullahoma Highway
7
Continue on US 41A
16 mi
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18 min
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South Jackson Street
8
Turn right onto SR 437
6.0 mi
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6 min
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SR 437
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
10
Turn right onto US 231; SR 82
8.7 mi
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9 min
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Florida Short Route
11
Continue on US 231; SR 269
8.6 mi
·
9 min
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Shelbyville Highway
12
Continue on US 231
2.7 mi
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4 min
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South Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward US 231 South: Shelbyville, Calsonic Arena, Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto I 24
29 mi
·
32 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 24
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 24
Exit 52A
Toward I 24West, I 40 West: Nashville
Use the slight left lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 24
Exit 211
Toward I 24 West: Clarksville, Louisville
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto I 24
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 24
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 24
Exit 46A
Toward I 24 West, I 65 North: Clarksville, Louisville
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Take the exit onto I 24
34 mi
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36 min
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I 24
Exit 88
Toward I 24 West: Clarksville
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward TN 76
21
Keep slight left at fork
283 ft
·
9 sec
22
Continue on TN 76
3.4 mi
·
3 min
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TN 76
23
Turn right onto US 41A
4.7 mi
·
8 min
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Madison Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
24
Turn right onto US 41A
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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University Avenue
25
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A; SR 48
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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College Street
26
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
134 ft
·
2 sec
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North 2nd Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You only need to account for one planned stop to keep your trip efficient and comfortable. Aim to monitor your fuel levels before merging onto I-24, as the 67.7-mile stretch is the longest uninterrupted portion of your drive. Taking your break during the transition between the interstate and local roads can help you stay refreshed for the final leg. Use your $20 fuel budget as a baseline, but keep an eye on local gas prices near your starting point to ensure you are fully prepared for the full 132.8-mile distance.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.4 miles from Decherd, TN, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.7 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 29 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.4 miles or 1h 18m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Decherd, 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 Decherd, TN
This is one driving day of about 132.8 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Decherd, 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 67.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.4 miles from Decherd, 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 67.7 miles.
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 185 decision points cluster between mile 53.3 and 127.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
53.3 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
Turn left toward US 231 South: Shelbyville, Calsonic Arena, Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 231 South: Shelbyville, Calsonic Aren...
9
82.8 mi into trip
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~1h 36m in
|
I 24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 24 toward I 24West, I 40 West: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 52A
Toward I 24West, I 40 West: Nashville
9
85 mi into trip
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~1h 39m in
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I 24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24 toward I 24 West: Clarksville, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 211
Toward I 24 West: Clarksville, Louisville
7
89.7 mi into trip
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~1h 46m in
|
I 24
Take the exit onto I 24 toward I 24 West: Clarksville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 88
Toward I 24 West: Clarksville
6
127.4 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
|
US 41A / Madison Street
Turn right onto US 41A / Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.76 one way
$41.52 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.80 | $45.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.56 | $51.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.32 | $58.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.94 | $6.37 |
| Efficient EV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.62 | $5.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.1 | 0 | $18.59 | $8.50 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (65% 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
Clarksville, TN
Late night in Clarksville on Tuesday
Local time
3:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph
65% chance
Live 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 37m 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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 59.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions between local thoroughfares and major interstate arteries. With 58% of the journey spent on highways, you will encounter a significant interstate grind, specifically during the 67.7-mile stretch on I-24. This segment allows you to maintain steady speeds before you navigate the transition back onto local roads. The personality of the drive shifts from the smaller, potentially slower pace of Decherd’s regional streets to the more structured flow of the interstate system. Be prepared for this change in rhythm as you move between the different road types.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.7 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 53.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 132.8 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 53.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.8 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Decherd, TN and Clarksville, TN, road signs point toward Calsonic Arena, Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration and Louisville.
Calsonic Arena
53.3 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration
53.3 mi in
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~1h 4m
Louisville
85 mi in
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~1h 39m
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via I 24
About the Cities
Arriving in Clarksville, TN
Full guide →Clarksville is the county seat of Montgomery County, in Central Tennessee. Founded in 1784, Clarksville is one of the south's most historic cities. Today, visitors can experience that history through memorable attractions, unique historic architecture and a variety of annual festivals and events. Steeped in history, Clarksville began as a settlement along the banks of the Cumberland and Red Rivers by Revolutionary War hero John Montgomery in the early 1780s. In 1785, Clarksville became Tennessee's first incorporated city.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 132.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.7 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Clarksville, 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 53.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.8 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clarksville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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