Origin
Pleasant View, TN
Late night in Pleasant View on Sunday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pleasant View, TN to Ashland City, TN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
9 mi
14 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pleasant View, TN
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Ashland City, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Pleasant View and Ashland City, this 9-mile trip is an incredibly efficient option. Clocking in at just 13 minutes, the drive is perfect for a spontaneous day trip or a simple commute. You will spend your entire journey on State Highway 49, also known as SR 49 and South Main Street, keeping the navigation straightforward. Budgeting for this trip is simple, as you should expect to spend only about $1 on fuel. Since both locations reside within the Southeast region of Tennessee, you won't experience any major shifts in geography or climate. It is an ideal route for travelers who value speed and direct access over long-distance exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 49 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| SR 49 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 49
— 5.3 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pleasant View, TN and Ashland City, TN.
1
Start on this road
20 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto TN 49
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 49
3
Continue on SR 49
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 49
4
At end of road, turn right onto TN 12; TN 49; TN 249
95 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Main Street
5
Arrive at destination
TN 12; TN 49; TN 249
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
TN 49 / State Highway 49
Turn left onto TN 49 / State Highway 49
Navigation decision point
4
9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
TN 12; TN 49; TN 249 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto TN 12; TN 49; TN 249 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.41 one way
$2.81 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.54 | $3.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.73 | $3.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.99 | $3.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Ashland City, TN
Late night in Ashland City on Sunday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
13m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a focused, highway-centric experience as you navigate the entirety of this 9-mile stretch on State Highway 49. Because the route is 100% highway-based, you will maintain a steady pace throughout the short 13-minute duration. The road transitions smoothly, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 5.3 miles where you can settle into a consistent rhythm. Behind the wheel, you will notice a practical, utility-driven personality that prioritizes connectivity between these two Tennessee towns. This is not a winding backroad journey, but rather a direct path that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary deviations or complex intersections.
100% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.3 mi on State Highway 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 49 and SR 49. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TN 49 / State Highway 49.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pleasant View, TN to Ashland City, TN is easy. At 13m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (TN 49 / State Highway 49): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (TN 12; TN 49; TN 249 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.3 miles on State Highway 49. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (TN 49 / State Highway 49): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (TN 12; TN 49; TN 249 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ashland City, 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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