Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
20 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pegram, TN
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Nashville, TN
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This straightforward drive from Pegram, TN to Nashville, TN covers just 20 miles and should take around 26 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, it's an economical option for connecting these two Southeast locations. The route is primarily highway-focused, with a substantial 83% share on interstates and major roads. Since it's so short, you won't need to worry about overnight stays or splitting the journey. You can easily complete this trip in a single, quick segment, offering a lot of flexibility for your travel plans.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| US 70 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Mc Crory Lane | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Downtown Loop | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| McCrory Lane | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 7th Avenue North | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Charlotte Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pegram, TN and Nashville, TN.
Start on US 70
Turn right onto Mc Crory Lane
Continue on McCrory Lane
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 40; I 65
Take the exit
Continue on 12th Avenue North
Turn left onto US 70
Continue on Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 19.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 70: Charlotte Avenue, Demonbreun Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto US 70 / Charlotte Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.13 one way
$6.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.43 | $6.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.85 | $7.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.42 | $8.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Pegram on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Nashville on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 20-mile journey. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-40, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.8 miles. The route utilizes a mix of major roads including I-40 and US 70, along with Mc Crory Lane, suggesting a transition from faster-paced highway driving to potentially more local access roads as you near Nashville. The overall profile is geared towards efficient travel rather than scenic detours, making it a practical commute.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near I 40.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 20 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pegram, TN to Nashville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Huntsville along the way.
Huntsville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 20 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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