Origin
Mount Carmel, TN
Morning in Mount Carmel on Sunday
Local time
7:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Carmel, 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 41m
Distance
112.1 mi
180 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Carmel, TN
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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Mount Carmel to Clarksville, Tennessee, prepare for a 110.3-mile journey that takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. This trek is best suited as a straightforward day trip, as the duration is manageable for a single stint behind the wheel. You can expect to spend roughly $16 on fuel for the one-way travel. Navigating through the Southeast, you will find this route relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates. It is a practical option if you prefer an unhurried pace across the state, though you should be prepared for the specific navigation demands of local travel.
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
56 miles from Mount Carmel, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 37.1 mi | 39m |
| North Main Street | 23.4 mi | 33m |
| US 641 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| SR 48 | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| Mt Carmel Road | 9.1 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 13 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| TN 100 | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| South Riverside Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 37.1 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Carmel, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on Mt Carmel Road
2.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Mt Carmel Road
2
Keep slight right at fork onto Mount Carmel Access
526 ft
·
23 sec
·
Mount Carmel Access
3
Continue on 1758
6.8 mi
·
16 min
·
Mt Carmel Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto TN 100
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
TN 100
5
Turn right onto Middleburg Road
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Middleburg Road
6
Turn right onto US 641
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 641
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
8
Merge onto I 40
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 40
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 163
Toward SR 48: Centerville, Dickson
10
Turn left onto SR 48
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 48
11
Turn left onto US 70 Business
332 ft
·
8 sec
·
West College Street
12
Turn right onto SR 48
23 mi
·
33 min
·
North Main Street
13
Continue on TN 13; TN 48
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 13
14
Continue on TN 13; TN 48
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Drive
15
Turn left onto US 41A Bypass; SR 48
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Riverside Drive
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto SR 48
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
College Street
17
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
134 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 2nd Street
18
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 15 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Since this is a zero-stop route, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, keeping that $16 fuel estimate in mind for your budget. Because the route is entirely comprised of local roads, avoid rushing; the turns require your full attention throughout the trip. If you find the frequent navigation changes fatiguing, consider planning a quick break to stretch your legs, even though none are officially built into the itinerary. Always double-check your GPS before pulling out, as the reliance on local roads like Middleburg Road makes turn-by-turn awareness essential.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 56 miles from Mount Carmel, TN, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.1 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 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56 miles or 1h 20m 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 10m
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 Mount Carmel, 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 Mount Carmel, TN
This is one driving day of about 112.1 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Mount Carmel, 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 37.1 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 56 miles from Mount Carmel, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 112 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Mount Carmel Access
Keep slight right at fork onto Mount Carmel Access
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
9.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
TN 100
At end of road, turn left onto TN 100
Navigation decision point
6
69.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward SR 48: Centerville, Dickson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 163
Toward SR 48: Centerville, Dickson
6
110.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m in
|
US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive
Turn left onto US 41A Bypass; SR 48 / South Riverside Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
112 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
|
North 2nd Street
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.53 one way
$35.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.24 | $38.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.57 | $43.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.75 | $49.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.2 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 | 33.6 | 0 | $11.77 | $5.38 |
| Efficient EV | 28 | 0 | $9.81 | $4.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.69 | $7.17 |
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
Morning in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
7:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Rain Showers Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph
65% chance
Live forecast
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
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
2h 41m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 110.3-mile route. Since there is zero highway share, you will be navigating exclusively via Mount Carmel Access, Mt Carmel Road, and Middleburg Road. Because the longest stretch on any single road is 0 miles on Mount Carmel Access, you will need to stay alert and keep your hands on the wheel as you transition between roads frequently. This path prioritizes local connectivity over speed, giving you a very different experience than a typical highway haul. Be ready for a steady rhythm of turns as you progress through the Tennessee landscape.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.1 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and North Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near Mount Carmel Access.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (Mount Carmel Access): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.2 miles (TN 100): Navigation decision point; at 69.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Mount Carmel, TN to Clarksville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Dickson along the way.
Dickson
69.1 mi in
|
~1h 34m
About the Cities
Arriving in Clarksville, TN
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 112.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.1 miles on I 40. 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 2.3 miles (Mount Carmel Access): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.2 miles (TN 100): Navigation decision point; at 69.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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