Origin
Humboldt, TN
Night in Humboldt on Saturday
Local time
9:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Humboldt, TN to Clarksville, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
111.8 mi
180 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Humboldt, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
Humboldt to Clarksville is 111.8 miles and takes about 2h 23m via Austin Peay Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Tennessee, taking you from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. Expect a route that involves frequent turns and local road navigation rather than a straight shot on the interstate. It’s a manageable distance for a single day, making it a straightforward trip if you're looking for a direct connection between these two cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.9 miles from Humboldt, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | 37.4 mi | 42m |
| Main Street | 29.8 mi | 36m |
| East Main Street | 16.9 mi | 24m |
| Paris Bypass | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| West Van Hook Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Atwood Highway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Gibson Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Humbolt Highway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
— 37.4 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Humboldt, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on US 70A; US 79; US 45W Business
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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East Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 70A; US 79
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Eastend Drive
3
Continue on US 70A; US 79
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Gibson Highway
4
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Humbolt Highway
5
Continue on US 70A; US 79
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 70A; US 79
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Milan Highway
7
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Gibson Highway
8
Continue on US 70A; US 79
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Van Hook Street
9
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Atwood Highway
10
Turn left onto US 70A; US 79
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Atwood Highway
11
Continue on US 70A; US 79
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79
16 mi
·
24 min
·
East Main Street
13
Continue on US 79
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
14
Turn right onto SR 218
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Paris Bypass
15
Turn right onto US 79; SR 218
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
16
Continue on US 79
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Fort Donelson Parkway
17
Continue on US 79
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
18
Continue on US 79
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Lake Highway
19
Continue on US 79
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Donelson Parkway
20
Continue on US 79
28 mi
·
34 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Merge onto US 41A; US 79
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Fort Campbell Boulevard
22
Continue on US 41A; US 79
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Providence Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 41A; US 79
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2nd Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 23m duration, this is comfortably a same-day trip from Humboldt to Clarksville. Aim to depart in the morning to give yourself ample daylight for navigation, especially since the route involves many turns. While the fuel cost is estimated at $17, it's wise to top off your tank before leaving Humboldt, as there are no designated stops on this route. Keep an eye on your GPS, as the frequent changes in road names like Austin Peay Memorial Highway and Main Street can make navigation engaging.
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 55.9 miles from Humboldt, TN, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.4 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 25 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 1h 15m 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 57m
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 Humboldt, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Humboldt, TN
This is one driving day of about 111.8 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Humboldt, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Austin Peay Memorial Highway for about 37.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.9 miles from Humboldt, 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 0.5 and 53.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 70A; US 79 / Eastend Drive
Turn left onto US 70A; US 79 / Eastend Drive
Navigation decision point
3
15.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
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US 70A; US 79 / Atwood Highway
Turn left onto US 70A; US 79 / Atwood Highway
Navigation decision point
4
18.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 79 / East Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79 / East Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
46.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
SR 218 / Paris Bypass
Turn right onto SR 218 / Paris Bypass
Navigation decision point
3
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 79; SR 218 / Austin Peay Memorial Highway
Turn right onto US 79; SR 218 / Austin Peay Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.48 one way
$34.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.19 | $38.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.51 | $43.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.68 | $49.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.74 | $5.37 |
| Efficient EV | 28 | 0 | $9.78 | $4.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.65 | $7.16 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Clarksville, TN
Night in Clarksville on Saturday
Local time
9:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Paris, TN
56 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 23m 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 leans heavily on local roads, characterized by a "turn-heavy local drive" profile. With only a 20% highway share, you'll spend most of your time navigating through communities. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 37.4 miles on Austin Peay Memorial Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before more turns appear. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires attention to navigation as you transition between Main Street and East Main Street, among other local arteries.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.4 mi on Austin Peay Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 70A; US 79 / Eastend Drive.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 23m 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 0.5 miles (US 70A; US 79 / Eastend Drive): Navigation decision point; at 15.7 miles (US 70A; US 79 / Atwood Highway): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 79 / East Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 111.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (2%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.4 miles on Austin Peay Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 70A; US 79 / Eastend Drive): Navigation decision point; at 15.7 miles (US 70A; US 79 / Atwood Highway): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 79 / East Main Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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