Origin
Sewanee, TN
Late night in Sewanee on Tuesday
Local time
4:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Sewanee, TN to Nashville, TN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
93.1 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sewanee, TN
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Nashville, TN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 93.1-mile drive from Sewanee, TN to Nashville, TN will take you about 1 hour and 50 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of just $15. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Tennessee locations. You'll spend the bulk of your time on I-24, which offers a direct path. Given the relatively short duration and minimal stops recommended, you can easily fit this into a busy travel day or use it to connect with other adventures in the Southeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Sewanee, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 81.3 mi | 1h 29m |
| Sewanee Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Sollace M Freeman Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Lafayette Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 81.3 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sewanee, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on University Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
University Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 41A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Sollace M Freeman Highway
3
Continue on US 41A
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Sewanee Highway
4
Continue on US 41A
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
David Crockett Highway
5
Continue on US 41A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
7
Merge onto I 24; US 64
81 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
I 24; US 64
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 53
Toward I 440 West: Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 440
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 6
Toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A
363 ft
·
6 sec
·
Nolensville Pike
Use the left / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue South
13
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Ensley Boulevard
14
Turn left onto US 31A; US 41A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Turn slight left onto US 31A; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Enter roundabout onto US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
169 ft
·
2 sec
·
8th Avenue South
17
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
8th Avenue South
18
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 431
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Boulevard
19
Turn right onto Rosa L Parks Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rosa L Parks Avenue
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
411 ft
·
15 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under two hours and a low fuel cost of around $15, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. Consider an early morning departure from Sewanee to avoid any potential traffic as you approach Nashville. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch is 81.3 miles on I-24, plan for a brief stop around the halfway point if needed, though no specific stops are built into this route. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spaced out on stretches of I-24. This is a drive where you can easily adjust your timing based on your needs upon arrival in Nashville.
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 46.5 miles from Sewanee, TN, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.3 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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 55m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashville, TN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sewanee, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sewanee, TN
This is one driving day of about 93.1 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Sewanee, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 81.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.5 miles from Sewanee, TN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 24 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.3 miles.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 92.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 24; US 64
Merge onto I 24; US 64
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
87.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 440 West: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward I 440 West: Memphis
8
89 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
7
89.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
US 31A; US 41A / Nolensville Pike
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A / Nolensville Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
92.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.56 one way
$29.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.98 | $31.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.92 | $35.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.56 | $41.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.78 | $4.47 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.03 | $5.96 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Nashville, TN
Late night in Nashville on Tuesday
Local time
4:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
19 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 50m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this 93.1-mile journey, with 88% of the drive taking place on interstates. You'll navigate on I-24 for a significant stretch of 81.3 miles, so be prepared for consistent highway speeds. The initial and final portions of the trip will involve local roads like Sewanee Highway and West Main Street, offering a brief change of pace before merging onto the main interstate. This route prioritizes efficiency over winding scenic byways, offering a predictable and smooth driving experience for most of its duration.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.3 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 24 and Sewanee Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near I 24; US 64.
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 93.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 6 miles (I 24; US 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Nashville, TN
Full guide →Nashville is the capital of the American state of Tennessee. With 716,000 residents in 2022, it is the state's largest city. Nashville is sometimes called the "Country Music Capital of the World" or more often "Music City, USA"; however, Nashville has done much to escape its country music image and become a regional center of culture and commerce. In fact, Dell, Nissan, and Amazon have all moved some operations to or near the city. The music is various; major rap artists and rock bands (Jelly Roll, Young Buck, Haystak, Kings of Leon, Paramore, and Ben Folds) claim Nashville as their hometown, and the city is also the epicenter of the contemporary Christian music industry. Nashville has been the home of the world-famous Grand Ole Opry since 1925. Nashville also has a great bar scene. If you like to drink, you can go "Honky-tonking," also known as bar-hopping.
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 1h 50m. Total distance: 93.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 81.3 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 6 miles (I 24; US 64): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nashville, 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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