This 209-mile drive from Luttrell, TN, to Clarksville, TN, will take you approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. Primarily following I-40 and I-24, with a brief segment on Sweetwater Road, this route is heavily focused on highway travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, it's an efficient journey across Tennessee. You'll be covering a good amount of ground, so plan for a single, straightforward transit rather than an extended exploration. The overall feel is one of consistent forward momentum, ideal for reaching your destination without significant detours.
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
104.5 miles from Luttrell, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
141.3 mi
2h 32m
I 24
36.4 mi
40m
Sweetwater Road
6.2 mi
11m
Loudon Highway
5.4 mi
8m
Madison Street
4.7 mi
8m
Decatur Highway
4.6 mi
6m
TN 76
3.4 mi
3m
Downtown Loop
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 141.3 mi, about 2h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Luttrell, TN and Clarksville, TN.
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Start on Stockton Valley Road
267 ft·15 sec·Stockton Valley Road
2
Turn right onto SR 322
1.1 mi·1 min·Oakland Road
3
Continue on SR 322
6.2 mi·11 min·Sweetwater Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto SR 72
5.4 mi·8 min·Loudon Highway
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 58
4.6 mi·6 min·Decatur Highway
6
Continue on SR 58
2.2 mi·5 min·South Kentucky Street
7
Turn left
0.3 mi·43 sec
8
Merge onto I 40
139 mi·2 hr 29 min·I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
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.
11
Merge onto I 24
2.3 mi·3 min·Downtown Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 24
2.1 mi·2 min·I 24
Exit 46AToward I 24 West, I 65 North: Clarksville, LouisvilleUse the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 24
34 mi·36 min·I 24
Exit 88Toward I 24 West: ClarksvilleUse the slight left / straight lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward TN 76
15
Keep slight left at fork
283 ft·9 sec
16
Continue on TN 76
3.4 mi·3 min·TN 76
17
Turn right onto US 41A
4.7 mi·8 min·Madison Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto US 41A
0.4 mi·44 sec·University Avenue
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A; SR 48
0.3 mi·45 sec·College Street
20
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
134 ft·2 sec·North 2nd Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, starting your drive from Luttrell in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Clarksville with plenty of daylight. With only one designated stop mentioned, it’s wise to plan for a break around the halfway point, perhaps after the 141.3-mile stretch on I-40, to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $33 estimate is based on consistent highway speeds. Since this is a straightforward, single-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient, but an early start will maximize your time upon arrival.
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 104.5 miles from Luttrell, TN, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141.3 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 46 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.5 miles or 2h 5m 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 19m
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 Luttrell, 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 Luttrell, TN
This is one driving day of about 209 miles and 4h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Luttrell, 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 141.3 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.9 and 203.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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19.9 mi into trip|~34m in|I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
159 mi into trip|~3h 4m 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
161.2 mi into trip|~3h 7m 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
165.9 mi into trip|~3h 13m 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
203.6 mi into trip|~3h 55m 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
$30.86 one way
$61.73 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$34.07
$68.15
premium
$4.72
$38.80
$77.61
diesel
$4.80
$39.46
$78.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.7
0
$21.95
$10.03
Efficient EV
52.3
0
$18.29
$8.36
EV Truck/SUV
83.6
1
$29.26
$13.38
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Luttrell, TN
Morning
in Luttrell on Sunday
Local time
7:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 1:18AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 12:44AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
Destination
Clarksville, TN
Morning
in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
6:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
0 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 1:18AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 12:44AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
86°F
Baxter, TN
105 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
4h 5m 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 144.1
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 experience on this route, with 87% of the journey utilizing major interstates. The bulk of your driving will be on I-40, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 141.3 miles. This means predominantly smooth, high-speed travel with limited opportunities for spontaneous exploration off the main path. While the profile is largely interstate, the transition between I-40 and I-24 will mark a shift in your direction of travel, but the character of the road remains consistent. It's a route designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 141.3 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 19.9 miles in near I 40.
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 16 significant decision points across 209 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 19.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 159 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.2 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,895 ft466 ft
Total Climb
1,447 ft
Total Descent
2,037 ft
Highest Point
1,895 ft
~59.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,430 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Luttrell, TN to Clarksville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Louisville along the way.
Louisville
161.2 mi in|~3h 7m|via I 24
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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.
Top landmarks
•Customs House Museum and Cultural Center — Clarksville, Tennessee, former customs house and former post office
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 5m. Total distance: 209 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 141.3 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.9 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 159 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.2 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 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Clarksville, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
