Origin
Nashville, TN
Morning in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
9:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nashville, TN to Arlington, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
74.9 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nashville, TN
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Arlington, TN
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Trip Overview
Nashville to Arlington is 74.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 40 minutes via I-24 and US 41A Bypass, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Tennessee, beginning in the Southeast region and concluding in the same area. Expect a straightforward journey with a high percentage of highway driving, making it an efficient option for getting between these two points. It's a route designed for direct travel, so don't plan on extensive sightseeing along the way, but rather focus on reaching your destination smoothly. Consider this a quick hop perfect for a single day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.5 miles from Nashville, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 36.1 mi | 39m |
| SR 149 | 21.6 mi | 31m |
| US 41A Bypass | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| TN 76 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 13 | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Downtown Loop | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| James Robertson Parkway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 36.1 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nashville, TN and Arlington, TN.
1
Start on this road
0.4 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto James Robertson Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
James Robertson Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto Interstate Drive
395 ft
·
14 sec
·
Interstate Drive
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto Woodland Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Woodland Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 24 West
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 24
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Downtown Loop
8
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.
9
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.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward TN 76
11
Keep slight left at fork
283 ft
·
9 sec
12
Continue on TN 76
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
TN 76
13
Continue on US 41A Bypass
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US 41A Bypass
14
Turn left onto TN 13; TN 48
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on TN 13; TN 48
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 13
16
Turn right onto SR 149
22 mi
·
31 min
·
SR 149
17
Continue on Cumberland City Highway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cumberland City Highway
18
At end of road, turn right onto SR 49
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
19
Turn left onto Arlington Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Arlington Street
20
Turn right onto West Roby Street
29 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Roby Street
21
Arrive at destination
West Roby Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and potentially lighter traffic. The fuel cost is estimated at $12, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before setting off, as there are no planned stops. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 36.1 miles on I-24, so plan for continuous driving during that segment. Because the drive is so brief, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience.
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 37.5 miles from Nashville, TN, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.1 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 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 45m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Nashville, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Nashville, TN
This is one driving day of about 74.9 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Nashville, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 36.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Nashville, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 5.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
James Robertson Parkway
Turn left onto James Robertson Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Woodland Street
Turn left onto Woodland Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
1.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 24 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 24 West
7
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.71 one way
$23.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.86 | $25.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.41 | $28.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.54 | $33.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.86 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.79 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Arlington, TN
Morning in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
9:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
23 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
1h 40m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Donelson National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on Sunday, February 16, 1862. The Union victory at Fort Donels...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 74.9
View on nps.gov
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...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the route utilizing major roads like I-24 and US 41A Bypass. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a 36.1-mile segment on I-24. The character of the drive is predominantly one of efficient travel, minimizing time spent on slower local roads. While primarily highway, the inclusion of SR 149 offers a slight variation before rejoining the faster-paced routes. Expect a predictable driving experience geared towards covering ground quickly.
93% 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: 36.1 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and SR 149. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.9 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (James Robertson Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (Woodland Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 74.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.1 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Arlington, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (James Robertson Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (Woodland Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Donelson National Battlefield and Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Arlington, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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