This 80.8-mile drive from Hohenwald, TN to Nashville, TN is a straightforward, single-day trip, easily completed in about 1 hour and 36 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The route primarily utilizes major roads like I-65 and US-412, making it a highway-focused experience. You'll remain within the Southeast region and the state of Tennessee for the entire trip. Given the relatively short duration and distance, no overnight stops are necessary, offering flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Hohenwald, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
36.3 mi
40m
US 412
14.1 mi
16m
Hampshire Pike
13.3 mi
15m
Columbia Highway
13 mi
16m
East Main Street
2 mi
2m
Downtown Loop
0.6 mi
<1m
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.5 mi
1m
George L Davis Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 36.3 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hohenwald, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on US 412
2.0 mi·2 min·East Main Street
2
Continue on US 412
13 mi·16 min·Columbia Highway
3
Continue on US 412
13 mi·15 min·Hampshire Pike
4
Take the exit onto US 412
0.2 mi·31 sec·US 412
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
14 mi·16 min·US 412
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
7
Merge onto I 65
36 mi·39 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
0.4 mi·55 sec·I 65
Exit 82AToward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, LouisvilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 40; I 65
0.6 mi·45 sec·Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 209Toward Church Street, Charlotte AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto US 70
0.3 mi·28 sec·George L Davis Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.5 mi·1 min·Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi·1 min·7th Avenue North
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
This short, 80.8-mile trip from Hohenwald to Nashville is best tackled as a single-day excursion, requiring only about 1 hour and 36 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost around $13, budgeting is simple. Since there are no designated stops and the longest stretch is manageable, you can afford to be flexible with your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the earliest rush hour in Nashville. Keep an eye on your fuel level, especially before the 36.3-mile stretch on I-65, to ensure a smooth arrival.
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 40.4 miles from Hohenwald, TN, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.3 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 18 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 48m 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 20m
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 Hohenwald, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hohenwald, TN
This is one driving day of about 80.8 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hohenwald, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 36.3 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 28.2 and 79.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
28.2 mi into trip|~34m in|US 412
Take the exit onto US 412
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
42.3 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
42.7 mi into trip|~51m in|I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
78.5 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|I 65
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65 toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 82A
Toward I 40 West, I 65 North: Memphis, Louisvil...
8
79.5 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward Church Street, Charlotte Avenue
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.
Exit 209
Toward Church Street, Charlotte Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.63 one way
$25.26 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.87
$27.74
premium
$4.89
$15.55
$31.10
diesel
$5.61
$17.84
$35.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.2
0
$8.48
$3.88
Efficient EV
20.2
0
$7.07
$3.23
EV Truck/SUV
32.3
0
$11.31
$5.17
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Hohenwald, TN
Night
in Hohenwald on Saturday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Nashville, TN
Night
in Nashville on Saturday
Local time
11:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
84°F
Columbia, TN
40 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
29 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 36m 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...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
Free
near mile 64.3
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 80.8-mile route, with 62% of the journey on major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 36.3 miles on I-65, indicating periods of sustained highway travel. While primarily a highway experience, the inclusion of Hampshire Pike suggests some sections might offer a different pace before rejoining faster routes. This blend means you'll experience both efficient travel and potentially more varied road conditions.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.3 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 412. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 28.2 miles in near US 412.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.8 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 28.2 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 42.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 42.7 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 80.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.3 miles on I 65. 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 Nashville, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 28.2 miles (US 412): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 42.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 42.7 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Nashville, TN before heading back.
