Origin
Westmoreland, TN
Afternoon in Westmoreland on Sunday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westmoreland, 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
1h 1m
Distance
47.2 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westmoreland, TN
Kelly
Nashville, TN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 47.2-mile drive from Westmoreland, TN, to Nashville, TN, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 1 minute to complete. The route primarily utilizes US 31E and Vietnam Veterans Boulevard before merging onto I-65. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $7, this journey offers a convenient way to connect two locations within the Southeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of road types, making it a practical option for a quick transit without requiring an overnight stop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31E | 17.4 mi | 22m |
| Vietnam Veterans Boulevard | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| I 65 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| Long Hollow Pike | 2 mi | 2m |
| I 24 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| James Robertson Parkway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Austin Peay Highway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 31E
— 17.4 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westmoreland, TN and Nashville, TN.
1
Start on Chief Jenkins Way
186 ft
·
14 sec
·
Chief Jenkins Way
2
Turn left onto Austin Peay Highway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Austin Peay Highway
3
Turn right onto US 31E; US 231
17 mi
·
22 min
·
US 31E; US 231
4
Continue on US 31E
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Broadway
5
Turn right onto TN 25
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Red River Road
6
Turn straight onto SR 174
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Hollow Pike
7
Continue on TN 386
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 65
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 48
Toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on Interstate Drive
374 ft
·
6 sec
·
Interstate Drive
12
Turn right onto US 31; US 41; US 431
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
James Robertson Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
129 ft
·
6 sec
·
3rd Avenue North
Use the left lane.
14
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.
15
Turn right onto 7th Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue North
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Westmoreland, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 35.6 and 46.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
35.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
44.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 24
Continue onto I 24 toward I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 86
Toward I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
8
45.7 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
46.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
3rd Avenue North
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
46.7 mi into trip
|
~59m 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
$7.38 one way
$14.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.10 | $16.20 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.08 | $18.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
12:30 PM
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
2 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 1m 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 mixed drive on this route, with about 60% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 17.4 miles on US 31E, which likely offers a more local feel before transitioning to faster sections. Vietnam Veterans Boulevard and I-65 will provide a more typical highway experience. The road character shifts from potentially more rural or suburban on US 31E to a more direct, high-speed approach as you near Nashville.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.4 mi on US 31E.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 35.6 miles in near I 65.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 47.2 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 35.6 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.3 miles (I 24): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Westmoreland, TN to Nashville, TN, road signs begin pointing toward Knoxville along the way.
Knoxville
44.3 mi in
|
~55m
|
via I 24
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 47.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.4 miles on US 31E. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 35.6 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.3 miles (I 24): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Stones River National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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