Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodbury, TN
Kelly
Nashville, TN
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Woodbury, TN to Nashville, TN is 54.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 8 minutes via I 24 and John Bragg Highway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, one-day drive primarily within Tennessee's Southeast region. Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from local roads to interstate travel. Given its short distance, this route is ideal for a quick trip, allowing for flexibility in departure and arrival times.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 24 | 27.8 mi | 30m |
| John Bragg Highway | 15.6 mi | 18m |
| South Rutherford Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Lafayette Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury, TN and Nashville, TN.
Start on US 70S
Continue on US 70S
Turn left onto South Rutherford Boulevard
Turn left onto US 231
Take the exit
Merge onto I 24
Take the exit
Continue on I 440
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
Continue on US 31A; US 41A
Turn left onto US 31A; US 41A
Turn slight left onto US 31A; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
Enter roundabout onto US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 70S
Continue on US 31; US 41; US 41A; US 431
Turn right onto Rosa L Parks Avenue
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Woodbury, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 20.6 and 54.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 24 West: Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 440 West: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
Turn right onto US 31A; US 41A / Nolensville Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.52 one way
$17.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.36 | $18.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.49 | $20.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Woodbury on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
6:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Partly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive offers a mixed profile, with 53% of the journey on highways like I-24. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch of 27.8 miles on I-24, offering a consistent pace. The initial part of the drive on John Bragg Highway and South Rutherford Boulevard provides a different feel before merging onto the interstate. The character shifts from more local road conditions to the efficiency of interstate driving.
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 20.6 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 20.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 54.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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