Origin
LaFollette, TN
Morning in LaFollette on Sunday
Local time
7:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from LaFollette, 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
4h 41m
Distance
235.3 mi
379 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 28m
★
6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 48m
3 PM
4h 52m
5 PM
5h 7m
8 PM
4h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
LaFollette, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
This 235.3-mile drive from LaFollette to Clarksville, Tennessee, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 41 minutes. The route is primarily focused on highway travel, with 77% of the journey utilizing major interstates like I-40 and I-24, making for a straightforward drive. With an estimated fuel cost of $37, it's an economical option for exploring within the Southeast region. You'll encounter one main stop along the way, offering a chance to stretch your legs. This highway-focused profile suggests a consistent pace, ideal for those looking to cover ground efficiently between these two Tennessee cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.6 miles from LaFollette, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 136.6 mi | 2h 27m |
| I 24 | 36.4 mi | 40m |
| Harriman Highway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Frost Bottom Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| US 25W | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Briceville Highway | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| Madison Street | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| North Roane Street | 4.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 136.6 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between LaFollette, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on SR 63
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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East Central Avenue
2
Continue on US 25W; SR 63
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
Jackson Pike
3
Continue on US 25W; SR 63
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Jacksboro Pike
4
Continue on US 25W; TN 63
3.8 mi
·
4 min
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West Central Avenue
5
Continue on US 25W; TN 63
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Royal Blue Road
6
Take the exit onto US 25W
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 25W
Toward Knoxville
7
Take the exit onto I 75; US 25W
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 75; US 25W
Toward US 25W South: Rocky Top, Lake City
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; US 25W
241 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 75; US 25W
9
Turn slight right onto US 25W; SR 116
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
10
Turn right onto SR 116
3.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Creek Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto SR 116
234 ft
·
7 sec
·
Briceville Highway
12
Continue on SR 116
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Briceville Highway
13
Continue on SR 330
166 ft
·
3 sec
·
Briceville Highway
14
Continue on SR 330
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Frost Bottom Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto SR 330
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Dutch Valley Road
16
Continue on SR 330
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Walden Avenue
17
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 330
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Spring Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto SR 330
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
19
Continue on SR 330
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Railroad Avenue
20
Turn right onto SR 330
447 ft
·
11 sec
·
Winter Gap Road
21
Turn left onto SR 61
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tri County Boulevard
22
Continue on SR 61
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Harriman Highway
23
Merge onto US 27
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
Bitter Creek Highway
24
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Harriman Highway
25
Continue on US 27
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hannah Highway
26
Continue on US 27
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Roane Street
27
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
28
Merge onto I 40
134 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 40
Exit 213B
Toward I 24 West, I 40 West: Nashville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
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.
31
Merge onto I 24
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
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.
33
Take the exit onto I 24
34 mi
·
36 min
·
I 24
Exit 88
Toward I 24 West: Clarksville
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward TN 76
35
Keep slight left at fork
283 ft
·
9 sec
36
Continue on TN 76
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
TN 76
37
Turn right onto US 41A
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Madison Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
38
Turn right onto US 41A
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
University Avenue
39
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A; SR 48
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
College Street
40
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
134 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 2nd Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
41
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour and 41-minute duration, this route is best tackled in a single day, so consider an early start to maximize daylight. The $37 fuel estimate is quite reasonable, but it's always wise to check your fuel levels before departing, especially before the 136.6-mile stretch on I-40. While the route has only one designated stop, use your judgment to take breaks as needed to stay alert. Since it's primarily highway driving, keep an eye on traffic patterns, particularly as you approach larger towns. Planning your departure time can help you avoid potential congestion.
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 117.6 miles from LaFollette, TN, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.6 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 52 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.6 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 51m
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 LaFollette, 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 LaFollette, TN
This is one driving day of about 235.3 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from LaFollette, 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 136.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.6 miles from LaFollette, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 136.6 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 235 decision points cluster between mile 14.1 and 229.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
14.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 75; US 25W
Take the exit onto I 75; US 25W toward US 25W South: Rocky Top, Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 25W South: Rocky Top, Lake City
9
185.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 40m 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
9
187.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m 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
7
192.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m 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
229.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m 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
$36.79 one way
$73.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $40.39 | $80.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $45.28 | $90.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.95 | $103.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.71 | $11.29 |
| Efficient EV | 58.8 | 0 | $20.59 | $9.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.1 | 1 | $32.94 | $15.06 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Spring City, TN
118 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
28 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
4h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 170.4
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 highway-centric experience for most of this 235.3-mile journey, with 77% of the drive on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 136.6 miles on I-40, indicating extended periods of consistent travel. While Harriman Highway offers a brief deviation, the overall character is one of efficient road travel. This profile suggests a driving experience that is largely predictable and focused on maintaining speed, rather than winding scenic byways. You'll primarily be on fast-paced interstates, so plan for the typical environment of longer highway segments.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 136.6 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 24. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.1 miles in near I 75; US 25W.
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 23 significant decision points across 235.3 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 14.1 miles (I 75; US 25W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 187.4 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 LaFollette, TN and Clarksville, TN, road signs point toward Lake City and Louisville.
Lake City
14.1 mi in
|
~17m
|
via I 75; US 25W
Louisville
187.4 mi in
|
~3h 43m
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via I 24
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 41m. Total distance: 235.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 136.6 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 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 14.1 miles (I 75; US 25W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.3 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 187.4 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Clarksville, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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