Origin
Troy, TN
Late night in Troy on Sunday
Local time
2:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, 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
3h 31m
Distance
164.4 mi
265 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 19m
★
6 AM
3h 31m
8 AM
3h 56m
10 AM
3h 40m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 41m
5 PM
3h 55m
8 PM
3h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, TN
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Nashville, TN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Troy to Nashville covers 176 miles and takes approximately three hours of driving time. Since this route is well-suited for a single day of travel, you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Plan for a fuel budget of roughly $26, which makes this an economical trip across the state. You will primarily navigate via West Harper Street, West Reelfoot Avenue, and TN 22 South. Because both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region, you can expect a consistent atmosphere throughout the journey. It is a straightforward trip that balances local road navigation with the steady progress needed to reach the state capital.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.2 miles from Troy, TN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 37.1 mi | 40m |
| Main Street | 28.1 mi | 34m |
| Austin Peay Memorial Highway | 25.1 mi | 28m |
| Paris Highway | 23.3 mi | 34m |
| TN 22 | 17.5 mi | 19m |
| US 51 | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Ashland City Road | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| West Reelfoot Avenue | 3.7 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 24
— 37.1 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on SR 184
65 ft
·
6 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn left onto TN 21
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Harper Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 51; SR 21
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
US 51; SR 21
Use the straight lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 431
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
West Reelfoot Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.8 mi
·
1 min
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward TN 22 South: Martin
7
Merge onto TN 22
13 mi
·
13 min
·
TN 22
8
Keep slight left at fork onto TN 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
TN 22
Toward TN 22 South: Dresden
9
Turn left onto SR 239
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pikeview Street
10
At end of road, turn left onto TN 54; TN 89
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Pikeview Street
11
Turn right onto TN 54; TN 89
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
12
Continue on TN 54; TN 217
23 mi
·
34 min
·
Paris Highway
13
Continue on US 79
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
14
Continue on US 79
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Fort Donelson Parkway
15
Continue on US 79
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
·
Austin Peay Memorial Highway
16
Continue on US 79
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Lake Highway
17
Continue on US 79
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Donelson Parkway
18
Continue on US 79
28 mi
·
34 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Merge onto US 41A; US 79
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Fort Campbell Boulevard
20
Continue on US 41A; US 79
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Providence Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 41A; US 79
340 ft
·
7 sec
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North 2nd Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
22
Turn right onto US 41A Bypass
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North Riverside Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 41A Bypass
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Ashland City Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
24
Continue on TN 76
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
TN 76
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
26
Merge onto I 24
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 24
Exit 44A
Toward I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
28
Continue on I 24
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 24
Exit 86
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 48
Toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
Use the slight right lane.
30
Continue on Interstate Drive
374 ft
·
6 sec
·
Interstate Drive
31
Turn right onto US 31; US 41; US 431
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
James Robertson Parkway
Use the straight lane.
32
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
129 ft
·
6 sec
·
3rd Avenue North
Use the left lane.
33
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
34
Turn right onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the three-hour duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for at least one stop will help break up the drive comfortably. Since the route is entirely local, keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between West Harper Street, West Reelfoot Avenue, and TN 22 South. Budgeting $26 for gas is a solid starting point, but consider checking local prices near Troy before you head out to ensure you are ready for the full 176-mile distance. Because this is a turn-heavy route, try to avoid making this drive during peak local traffic hours to keep your travel time closer to the three-hour estimate. Taking a single, well-timed break will ensure you arrive in Nashville feeling refreshed and ready to explore.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.2 miles from Troy, TN, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.1 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 36 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.2 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 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 Troy, 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 Troy, TN
This is one driving day of about 164.4 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Troy, TN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 24 for about 37.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.2 miles from Troy, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 7.7 and 163.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
TN 431 / West Reelfoot Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto TN 431 / West Reelfoot Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
159.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m in
|
I 24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 24 toward I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 44A
Toward I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
8
162.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m in
Take the exit toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
6
163.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m in
|
3rd Avenue North
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
163.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m 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
$25.70 one way
$51.40 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.22 | $56.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.64 | $63.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.30 | $72.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.3 | 0 | $17.26 | $7.89 |
| Efficient EV | 41.1 | 0 | $14.39 | $6.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.8 | 0 | $23.02 | $10.52 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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 Sunday
Local time
2:53 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 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
3h 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Donelson National Battlefield
National Battlefield
Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on Sunday, February 16, 1862. The Union victory at Fort Donels...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 79.4
View on nps.gov
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it ch...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 164.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local roads like West Harper Street and West Reelfoot Avenue, where the pace is dictated by local conditions rather than high-speed cruising. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, you should remain focused on the road ahead throughout the entirety of the 176-mile journey. This path offers a more personal, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the changing landscape of Tennessee. Prepare for a route that prioritizes local connectivity over fast-paced transit.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.1 mi on I 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near TN 431 / West Reelfoot Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 164.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (TN 431 / West Reelfoot Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 159.2 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 162.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 31m. Total distance: 164.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.1 miles on I 24. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Nashville, TN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (TN 431 / West Reelfoot Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 159.2 miles (I 24): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 162.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Donelson National Battlefield and Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Nashville, TN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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