Munford, TN to Clarksville, TN is 173 miles and takes about 3h 55m via Austin Peay Memorial Highway and US 70A, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Tennessee, traveling from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. The drive offers a mixed bag of road types, making it a straightforward yet engaging journey. With a recommended single day of travel, this route is perfect for those looking for a manageable drive without extensive overnight planning.
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
86.5 miles from Munford, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
37.4 mi
42m
Main Street
29.8 mi
36m
US 70A
24.1 mi
35m
State Route 54
21.7 mi
32m
East Main Street
16.4 mi
24m
US 51
11.5 mi
17m
Paris Bypass
7.6 mi
8m
West Van Hook Street
3.6 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
— 37.4 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Munford, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on SR 178
163 ft·5 sec·North Tipton Street
2
Turn left onto TN 206
1.5 mi·2 min·Munford-Atoka Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 51
0.5 mi·48 sec·US 51
4
Continue on US 51
3.0 mi·4 min·US 51
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 51
6.4 mi·9 min·US 51
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 51; TN 59
1.7 mi·3 min·US 51; TN 59
7
Turn right onto TN 54
0.3 mi·30 sec·West Pleasant Avenue
8
Turn left onto TN 54
302 ft·7 sec·South Maple Street
9
Turn right onto TN 54
0.4 mi·33 sec·East Liberty Avenue
10
Continue on TN 54
22 mi·32 min·State Route 54
11
Enter roundabout onto TN 54
0.1 mi·10 sec·North Washington Avenue
12
Continue on TN 54
1.9 mi·3 min·North Washington Avenue
13
Continue on US 70A; US 79
24 mi·35 min·US 70A; US 79
14
Turn left onto US 70A; US 79
2.2 mi·3 min·Eastend Drive
15
Continue on US 70A; US 79
0.5 mi·43 sec·Gibson Highway
16
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.3 mi·3 min·Humbolt Highway
17
Continue on US 70A; US 79
0.8 mi·1 min·Austin Peay Memorial Highway
18
Continue on US 70A; US 79
1.8 mi·2 min·Milan Highway
19
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.0 mi·2 min·Gibson Highway
20
Continue on US 70A; US 79
3.6 mi·5 min·West Van Hook Street
21
Continue on US 70A; US 79
2.1 mi·3 min·Atwood Highway
22
Turn left onto US 70A; US 79
0.7 mi·1 min·Atwood Highway
23
Continue on US 70A; US 79
1.7 mi·2 min·Main Street
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79
16 mi·24 min·East Main Street
25
Continue on US 79
12 mi·13 min·Austin Peay Memorial Highway
26
Turn right onto SR 218
7.6 mi·8 min·Paris Bypass
27
Turn right onto US 79; SR 218
24 mi·27 min·Austin Peay Memorial Highway
28
Continue on US 79
0.2 mi·11 sec·Fort Donelson Parkway
29
Continue on US 79
0.6 mi·37 sec·Austin Peay Memorial Highway
30
Continue on US 79
0.5 mi·36 sec·Lake Highway
31
Continue on US 79
1.7 mi·1 min·Donelson Parkway
32
Continue on US 79
28 mi·34 min·Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Merge onto US 41A; US 79
0.1 mi·13 sec·Fort Campbell Boulevard
34
Continue on US 41A; US 79
1.6 mi·2 min·Providence Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
35
Continue on US 41A; US 79
0.9 mi·1 min·North 2nd Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
36
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 55-minute duration, this trip is easily achievable in a single day, so you have the flexibility to depart when you're ready. Aim to leave in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time for any unexpected delays. The estimated fuel cost is around $27, so plan your refueling stops accordingly, especially as the longest stretch without significant breaks is 37.4 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach this longer segment.
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 86.5 miles from Munford, TN, or about 2h 10m 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 38 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.5 miles or 2h 10m 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 16m
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 Munford, 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 Munford, TN
This is one driving day of about 173 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Munford, 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 Austin Peay Memorial Highway for about 37.4 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 79.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|TN 206 / Munford-Atoka Avenue
Turn left onto TN 206 / Munford-Atoka Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
13.1 mi into trip|~20m in|TN 54 / West Pleasant Avenue
Turn right onto TN 54 / West Pleasant Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
13.4 mi into trip|~20m in|TN 54 / South Maple Street
Turn left onto TN 54 / South Maple Street
Navigation decision point
4
35.5 mi into trip|~53m in|TN 54 / North Washington Avenue
Enter roundabout onto TN 54 / North Washington Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
79.3 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|US 79 / East Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79 / East Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.05 one way
$54.09 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$29.70
$59.39
premium
$4.89
$33.29
$66.58
diesel
$5.61
$38.20
$76.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.9
0
$18.17
$8.30
Efficient EV
43.3
0
$15.14
$6.92
EV Truck/SUV
69.2
0
$24.22
$11.07
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Munford, TN
Morning
in Munford on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clarksville, TN
Morning
in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 55m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a mixed drive, meaning you'll experience a variety of road conditions as you travel. About 34% of the drive is on highways, interspersed with stretches on local roads like Austin Peay Memorial Highway and Main Street. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 37.4 miles on Austin Peay Memorial Highway. This blend of faster highway driving and more local road navigation keeps the journey from becoming monotonous, offering a dynamic driving experience.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 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?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TN 206 / Munford-Atoka Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 55m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TN 206 / Munford-Atoka Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (TN 54 / West Pleasant Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (TN 54 / South Maple Street): Navigation decision point.
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.
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.
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.
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: near the start (TN 206 / Munford-Atoka Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (TN 54 / West Pleasant Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (TN 54 / South Maple Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Clarksville, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
