Origin
Pleasant View, TN
Morning in Pleasant View on Sunday
Local time
9:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pleasant View, 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
31m
Distance
23.6 mi
38 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
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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Clarksville, TN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Pleasant View and Clarksville, this 23.6-mile trip is a straightforward journey through Tennessee. You can expect to spend about 31 minutes on the road, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of $4, it is an economical route that requires zero stops, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently. Since both towns are located within the Southeast region, the environment remains consistent throughout the drive. This is a practical, no-nonsense connection that works perfectly for those needing to travel between these two points without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 13 mi | 13m |
| Madison Street | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| TN 76 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 49 | 1 mi | 1m |
| University Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| College Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 13 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pleasant View, TN and Clarksville, TN.
1
Start on this road
20 ft
·
2 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto TN 49
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 49
3
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto I 24
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 24
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward TN 76
6
Keep slight left at fork
283 ft
·
9 sec
7
Continue on TN 76
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
TN 76
8
Turn right onto US 41A
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Madison Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto US 41A
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
University Avenue
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 41A; SR 48
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
College Street
11
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
134 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 2nd Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 23.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
14.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward TN 76
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward TN 76
4
14.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
18.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 41A / Madison Street
Turn right onto US 41A / Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
23.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
North 2nd Street
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.69 one way
$7.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.05 | $8.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.54 | $9.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
9:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
31m 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?
This highway-focused drive relies heavily on I-24, which accounts for the majority of your time behind the wheel. You will spend roughly 74% of your journey on major highways, including a significant 13-mile stretch on I-24 that serves as the backbone of the trip. As you transition off the interstate, the route utilizes Madison Street and TN-76 to guide you into Clarksville. Expect a consistent pace rather than technical twists, as the road is designed for connectivity rather than leisurely exploration. It is a functional, efficient drive that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Madison Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 23.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 14.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
767 ft
474 ft
Total Climb
128 ft
Total Descent
343 ft
Highest Point
767 ft
~1.7 mi in
Elevation Range
293 ft
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 31m. Total distance: 23.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13 miles on I 24. 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: at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 14.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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