How far is Bolivar, TN from Nashville, TN?
The driving distance from Bolivar, TN to Nashville, TN is about 156.9 miles (252.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.7 miles (223.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Humphreys County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bolivar and Nashville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolivar and Nashville.
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Start on North Main Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Continue straight
20.3 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto South Highland Avenue
3.3 mi · 6 min · South Highland Avenue
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Continue on South Highland Avenue
1 km · 57 sec · South Highland Avenue
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Turn right onto South Church Street
150 m · 9 sec · South Church Street
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Turn right onto South Cumberland Street
590 ft · 8 sec · South Cumberland Street
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Merge slight left onto East Chester Street
2.6 mi · 3 min · East Chester Street
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Turn right onto Whitehall Street
4 mi · 6 min · Whitehall Street
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Take the ramp right
1170 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
120.5 mi · 2 hr 10 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, I 65 South: Knoxville, Huntsville
1305 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop
3052 ft · 47 sec · Downtown Loop
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Take the exit slight right toward US 70: Charlotte Avenue, Demonbreun Street
1027 ft · 25 sec
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Continue on 12th Avenue North
61 m · 12 sec · 12th Avenue North
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Turn left onto Charlotte Avenue
100 m · 8 sec · Charlotte Avenue
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Continue on Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
2784 ft · 1 min · Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Boulevard
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Turn left onto 7th Avenue North
1260 ft · 1 min · 7th Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bolivar and Nashville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Whitehall Street
Merge slight left
121 mi · 02h 10m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bolivar to Nashville?
The road trip is about 156.9 miles (252.5 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
New Johnsonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.4 miles from Bolivar and 78.5 miles from Nashville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.7 miles (223.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 1:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.89 one way or $41.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near New Johnsonville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bolivar and Nashville. Straight-line distance: 138.67 mi (223.17 km).
#1 Bolivar
City in Tennessee
| Population | 4,845 |
| Coordinates | 35.2561900, -88.9878400 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| 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: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $20.89 | $41.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.56 | $47.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.78 | $51.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.38 | $58.77 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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