How far is Arlington, TN from Nashville, TN?
The driving distance from Arlington, TN to Nashville, TN is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.8 miles (84.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tennessee, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arlington and Nashville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington and Nashville.
-
1
Start on West Roby Street
9 m · 7 sec · West Roby Street
-
2
Turn left onto Arlington Street
566 ft · 26 sec · Arlington Street
-
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
-
4
Turn left onto Cumberland City Highway
2596 ft · 1 min · Cumberland City Highway
-
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Cumberland City Highway
21.6 mi · 32 min · Cumberland City Highway
-
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 13
2 mi · 3 min · State Highway 13
-
7
Continue on Cumberland Drive
2625 ft · 1 min · Cumberland Drive
-
8
Turn right onto Ashland City Road
5.6 mi · 7 min · Ashland City Road
-
9
Continue straight
3.1 mi · 4 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right
2202 ft · 54 sec
-
11
Merge slight left
33.3 mi · 36 min
-
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 24 East, I 65 South: Nashville
2.3 mi · 3 min
-
13
Continue on I 24 East: Chattanooga, Knoxville
1.4 mi · 2 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward James Robertson Parkway, State Capitol
872 ft · 23 sec
-
15
Continue on Interstate Drive
114 m · 6 sec · Interstate Drive
-
16
Turn right onto James Robertson Parkway
1.1 km · 2 min · James Robertson Parkway
-
17
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue North
39 m · 7 sec · 3rd Avenue North
-
18
Turn right onto Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
1652 ft · 43 sec · Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
-
19
Turn right onto 7th Avenue North
1260 ft · 1 min · 7th Avenue North
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arlington and Nashville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Ashland City Road
Merge slight left
33.3 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Arlington and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Nashville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arlington to Nashville?
The road trip is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km) and usually takes 01h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Adams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37 miles from Arlington and 37.3 miles from Nashville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.8 miles (84.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.88 one way or $19.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Arlington and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Nashville.
Stop Ideas Near Adams
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Adams.
Clarksville, TN
Nashville, TN
Madisonville, KY
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arlington and Nashville. Straight-line distance: 52.76 mi (84.91 km).
#1 Arlington
Town in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 11,748 |
| Coordinates | 36.3145000, -87.7130800 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nashville
The twenty-second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Nashville metropolitan area.
| Population | 684,410 |
| Coordinates | 36.1658900, -86.7844400 |
| Altitude | 170 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-86.784719, 36.165773)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.88 | $19.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.14 | $22.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.19 | $24.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.90 | $27.79 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Tennessee · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.