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Trip from Signal Mountain, TN to Nashville, TN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 20m

Distance

141.6 mi

228 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 11m ★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States

Signal Mountain, TN

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capital and largest city of Tennessee, United States

Nashville, TN

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Trip Overview

This 141.6-mile drive from Signal Mountain, TN, to Nashville, TN, is best tackled as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, it's an economical journey through the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Taft Highway, Signal Mountain Boulevard, and Signal Mountain Road, offering a more intimate driving experience rather than high-speed highway travel. Consider this an opportunity for a relaxed, turn-heavy local drive that gets you from point A to point B without the rush of interstate cruising.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

70.8 miles from Signal Mountain, TN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Taft Highway — —
Signal Mountain Boulevard — —
Signal Mountain Road — —
24 — —
I 440 West — —
Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway — —
US 31 — —
Nolensville Pike — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Taft Highway — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Signal Mountain, TN and Nashville, TN.

1

Start on Mississippi Avenue

190 ft · 17 sec · Mississippi Avenue
2

Turn sharp right onto Taft Highway

302 ft · 7 sec · Taft Highway
3

Continue on Signal Mountain Boulevard

3.0 mi · 4 min · Signal Mountain Boulevard
4

Continue on Signal Mountain Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Signal Mountain Road
5

Take the ramp slight right

0.3 mi · 45 sec
6

Merge slight left

3.3 mi · 4 min
7

Keep slight right to continue on 24: Nashville, Birmingham

0.4 mi · 42 sec · 24: Nashville, Birmingham
8

Merge slight left

126 mi · 2 hr 20 min
9

Take the exit slight right toward I 440 West: Memphis

0.7 mi · 1 min · I 440 West: Memphis
10

Continue on Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway

0.9 mi · 1 min · Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway
11

Take the exit slight right toward US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike

0.3 mi · 37 sec · US 31 A, US 41 A: Nolensville Pike
12

Turn right onto Nolensville Pike

364 ft · 6 sec · Nolensville Pike
13

Continue on 4th Avenue South

0.9 mi · 1 min · 4th Avenue South
14

Continue on Ensley Boulevard

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Ensley Boulevard
15

Turn left onto 2nd Avenue South

0.9 mi · 1 min · 2nd Avenue South
16

Turn slight left onto Lafayette Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Lafayette Street
17

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Stix Roundabout

171 ft · 3 sec · Stix Roundabout
18

Exit the rotary onto 8th Avenue South

0.3 mi · 40 sec · 8th Avenue South
19

Continue on Rosa L Parks Boulevard

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Rosa L Parks Boulevard
20

Turn right onto Rosa L Parks Avenue

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Rosa L Parks Avenue
21

Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard

410 ft · 16 sec · Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
22

Turn left onto 7th Avenue North

0.2 mi · 1 min · 7th Avenue North
23

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 2-hour and 20-minute duration, this 141.6-mile trip from Signal Mountain to Nashville is easily manageable in one day. With no designated stops and a low fuel cost of $22, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best. However, since it's a turn-heavy local drive, plan for a steady pace and be mindful of your surroundings as you navigate Signal Mountain Boulevard and other local thoroughfares. A good tip is to ensure your navigation system is up-to-date, as frequent turns on local roads can sometimes be disorienting if you're unfamiliar with the area.

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 70.8 miles from Signal Mountain, TN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.

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 31 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 70.8 miles or 1h 10m 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 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nashville, TN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Signal Mountain, TN so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Signal Mountain, TN

This is one driving day of about 141.6 miles and 2h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Signal Mountain, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Monteagle, TN, TN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monteagle, TN

71 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

Chattanooga, TN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monteagle, TN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 70.8 miles from Signal Mountain, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Café Intermezzo - Nashville

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashville, TN

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 141.6

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+16158407933

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Germantown Café

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashville, Tennessee

0.7 mi

Listening Room Cafe - Nashville

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashville, Tennessee

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Loading Dock Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Nashville, Tennessee

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.6

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16156518154

Visit website

Café Intermezzo - Nashville

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 141.6

Nashville, TN

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+16158407933

Visit website

Germantown Café

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 141.6

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16152423226

Visit website

Listening Room Cafe - Nashville

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 141.6

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+16152593600

Visit website

Fattoush Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.6

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+16153211667

Visit website

Midtown Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 141.6

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+16153207176

Visit website

Sky Blue Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.6

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+16157707097

Visit website

Shugga Hi Bakery & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.6

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+16159286576

Visit website

Americano Lounge

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.6

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+16292036991

Visit website

The Loading Dock Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.6

Nashville, Tennessee

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16156518154

Visit website

Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 10.1

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14237604333

Visit website

Fiery Gizzard State Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 50.6

Monteagle, Tennessee

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+18888672757

Visit website

Renaissance Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 10.1

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+14236436096

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.14 one way

$44.28 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 50 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $24.31 $48.61
premium $4.89 $27.25 $54.50
diesel $5.61 $31.26 $62.53

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 42.5 0 $14.87 $6.80
Efficient EV 35.4 0 $12.39 $5.66
EV Truck/SUV 56.6 0 $19.82 $9.06

Gas CO2

50 kg

EV CO2

17 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Signal Mountain, TN

Morning in Signal Mountain on Sunday

Local time

6:33 AM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Nashville, TN

Late night in Nashville on Sunday

Local time

5:33 AM

CDT

Current temp

54°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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

30 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 20m 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 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 141.6-mile journey, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of local roads, including Taft Highway, Signal Mountain Boulevard, and Signal Mountain Road, without any significant stretches on faster, limited-access highways. The absence of a longest uninterrupted stretch suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction. This profile indicates a drive where you'll be constantly engaged with the road, making it feel more like an exploration than a simple transit.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Taft Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Signal Mountain, TN to Nashville, TN is easy. At 2h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Signal Mountain, TN to Nashville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 141.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Signal Mountain, TN to Nashville, TN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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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