This 166.7-mile drive from Farragut, TN, to Nashville, TN, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 5 minutes. Given its manageable duration and the fact that it's primarily highway driving, it's perfectly suited as a one-day trip. You'll be on the road for a significant stretch, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering 161.5 miles on I-40. Budget around $26 for fuel, and plan for at least one stop along the way. This route keeps you within the Southeast region, making for a consistent 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
83.3 miles from Farragut, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
161.5 mi
2h 54m
North Campbell Station Road
1.6 mi
3m
Downtown Loop
1.1 mi
1m
James Robertson Parkway
0.7 mi
1m
Kingston Pike
0.5 mi
<1m
I 24
0.3 mi
<1m
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 161.5 mi, about 2h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farragut, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on West End Avenue
40 ft·6 sec·West End Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 11; US 70
0.5 mi·53 sec·Kingston Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto North Campbell Station Road
1.6 mi·3 min·North Campbell Station Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·28 sec
Toward Campbell Station Road, Farragut
5
Merge onto I 40; I 75
4.5 mi·5 min·I 40; I 75
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
155 mi·2 hr 46 min·I 40
Toward NashvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
2.1 mi·3 min·I 40
Exit 213BToward I 24 West, I 40 West: NashvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24
0.3 mi·28 sec·I 24
Exit 211Toward I 24 West: Clarksville, LouisvilleUse the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 24
1.1 mi·1 min·Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 48Toward James Robertson Parkway, State CapitolUse the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto US 31; US 41; US 431
0.7 mi·1 min·James Robertson Parkway
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
129 ft·6 sec·3rd Avenue North
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.3 mi·43 sec·Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi·1 min·7th Avenue North
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour, 5-minute drive, leaving in the morning will help you arrive in Nashville with plenty of time to explore. With only one recommended stop and the majority of the route on I-40, you can easily cover the 166.7 miles without feeling rushed. Keep an eye on your fuel as you approach Nashville, and factor in the estimated $26 cost. Since the longest stretch is so substantial at 161.5 miles, a brief break before you begin that long segment on I-40 could make the drive more comfortable.
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 83.3 miles from Farragut, TN, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 161.5 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 37 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.3 miles or 1h 32m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Farragut, 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 Farragut, TN
This is one driving day of about 166.7 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Farragut, 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 40 for about 161.5 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 165.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike
Turn right onto US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
6.7 mi into trip|~9m in|I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Nashville
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161.6 mi into trip|~2h 56m in|I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 213B
Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
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163.7 mi into trip|~2h 59m in|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
8
165.2 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Take the exit toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 48
Toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.06 one way
$52.12 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.61
$57.23
premium
$4.89
$32.08
$64.16
diesel
$5.61
$36.81
$73.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50
0
$17.50
$8.00
Efficient EV
41.7
0
$14.59
$6.67
EV Truck/SUV
66.7
0
$23.34
$10.67
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Farragut, TN
Late night
in Farragut on Tuesday
Local time
5:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Nashville, TN
Late night
in Nashville on Tuesday
Local time
4:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Monterey, TN
83 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
2 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
3h 5m 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.
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...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 149.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with a remarkable 98% of the journey taking place on major roadways. The experience is largely defined by I-40, which will carry you for the vast majority of the 166.7 miles, including the longest stretch of 161.5 miles. While the main roads list includes North Campbell Station Road and the Downtown Loop, these will likely be shorter segments at the beginning or end of your trip. This means the bulk of your time will be spent on faster-paced highway driving.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 161.5 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and North Campbell Station Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike.
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 13 significant decision points across 166.7 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: near the start (US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.6 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Nashville is the capital of the American state of Tennessee. With 716,000 residents in 2022, it is the state's largest city. Nashville is sometimes called the "Country Music Capital of the World" or more often "Music City, USA"; however, Nashville has done much to escape its country music image and become a regional center of culture and commerce. In fact, Dell, Nissan, and Amazon have all moved some operations to or near the city. The music is various; major rap artists and rock bands (Jelly Roll, Young Buck, Haystak, Kings of Leon, Paramore, and Ben Folds) claim Nashville as their hometown, and the city is also the epicenter of the contemporary Christian music industry. Nashville has been the home of the world-famous Grand Ole Opry since 1925. Nashville also has a great bar scene. If you like to drink, you can go "Honky-tonking," also known as bar-hopping.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 5m. Total distance: 166.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 161.5 miles on I 40. 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 Nashville, 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: near the start (US 11; US 70 / Kingston Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 161.6 miles (I 40): 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Nashville, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
