How far is Cleveland, TN from Clinton, TN?
The driving distance from Cleveland, TN to Clinton, TN is about 88 miles (141.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.5 miles (124.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
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
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City in Loudon County, Tennessee, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cleveland and Clinton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cleveland and Clinton.
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Start on Inman Street West
2183 ft · 40 sec · Inman Street West
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Turn right onto Keith Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Keith Street
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Turn left onto 25th Street Northwest
1607 ft · 35 sec · 25th Street Northwest
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Continue on 25th Street NW
2998 ft · 59 sec · 25th Street NW
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Continue on 25th Street Northwest
839 ft · 18 sec · 25th Street Northwest
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Take the exit right
1431 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
65.7 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Secondary SR 131: Lovell Road
1786 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Lovell Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · Lovell Road
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Turn left onto Schaeffer Road
140 m · 13 sec · Schaeffer Road
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Take the ramp straight
546 ft · 13 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pellissippi Parkway
3.6 mi · 4 min · Pellissippi Parkway
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Continue on Oak Ridge Highway
1.3 mi · 1 min · Oak Ridge Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1206 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Edgemoor Road
6 mi · 11 min · Edgemoor Road
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Turn left onto Clinton Highway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Clinton Highway
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Continue on Clinch Avenue
2.4 mi · 4 min · Clinch Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
2745 ft · 50 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Market Street
41 m · 8 sec · Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cleveland and Clinton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
25th Street Northwest
Merge slight left
65.7 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cleveland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Clinton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cleveland to Clinton?
The road trip is about 88 miles (141.6 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Philadelphia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44 miles from Cleveland and 44 miles from Clinton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.5 miles (124.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.69 one way or $23.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Cleveland and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Clinton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cleveland and Clinton. Straight-line distance: 77.47 mi (124.68 km).
#1 Cleveland
A city in Bradley County, Tennessee.
| Population | 45,948 |
| Coordinates | 35.1595200, -84.8766100 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clinton
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 10,119 |
| Coordinates | 36.1034100, -84.1318600 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clinton (-84.13186, 36.10341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.69 | $23.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.18 | $26.37 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.43 | $28.85 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.44 | $32.88 |
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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