How far is Lebanon, TN from Clarksville, TN?
Fastest route
Here are the driving distances between Lebanon, TN and Clarksville, TN:
- Taking I-40 W, the most direct highway route, it is around 34 miles (55 km) from Lebanon to Clarksville. This drive takes about 45 minutes in typical traffic.
- Going via SR-109 S and US-41A N through backroads adds a few more miles for a total distance of 38 miles (61 km). This route takes 50-55 minutes to drive.
- Driving north first to Nashville on I-40 then west to Clarksville on I-24 is longer at 65 miles (105 km). With the extra distance, this route takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
- The absolute shortest straight line distance between Lebanon and Clarksville is approximately 31 miles (50 km) as the crow flies.
So in summary, the quickest drive by highway between the two cities is about 35-40 miles depending on the exact routes taken. This equates to a travel time of 45 minutes to 1 hour driving non-stop between Lebanon and Clarksville, TN under normal traffic conditions.
Fastest route:
The driving distance between Lebanon, Tennessee and Clarksville, Tennessee is 78 miles (126 kilometers). The fastest route is to take I-24 W. The drive time is about 1 hour and 21 minutes.
Here are the steps for the most direct route:
- Head west on Public Sq toward N Cumberland St.
- Exit the traffic circle onto S Cumberland St.
- Turn right onto the ramp to Nashville.
- Merge onto I-40 W.
- Keep right to stay on I-40 W.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on I-24 W, follow signs for Clarksville/Louisville/Interstate 65 N.
- Take exit 88 on the left for Interstate 24 W toward Clarksville.
- Continue onto I-24 W.
- Take exit 8 for TN-237/Rossview Rd toward Hankook Rd.
- Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Roosview Rd.
- Turn left onto TN-237 W/Rossview Rd.
- Turn left onto Dunbar Cave Rd.
- Turn left onto Wilma Rudolph Blvd.
- Continue onto College St.
- Continue straight to stay on College St.
If you're looking for a more scenic route, you can take I-40 W to US-31 E to TN-12 N. This route is about 84.3 miles long and takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes to drive.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lebanon and Clarksville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon and Clarksville.
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Start on Tunnel Hill Road
1.4 km · 3 min · Tunnel Hill Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Candies Creek Road Southwest
1321 ft · 58 sec · Candies Creek Road Southwest
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Continue on Candies Creek Road Southwest
1937 ft · 1 min · Candies Creek Road Southwest
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Turn right onto Rakestraw Road
1.2 mi · 5 min · Rakestraw Road
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Turn right onto Old Alabama Road Southwest
644 ft · 23 sec · Old Alabama Road Southwest
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Turn left onto Pine Hill Road
2.7 mi · 8 min · Pine Hill Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Lee Highway
3.6 mi · 6 min · South Lee Highway
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Take the ramp slight right
10.1 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 24 West: Chattanooga, Nashville
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
134.5 mi · 2 hr 32 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 24West, I 40 West: Nashville
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 24 West: Clarksville, Louisville
1725 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Downtown Loop
2.3 mi · 3 min · Downtown Loop
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Continue on I 24 West, I 65 North: Clarksville, Louisville
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 24 West: Clarksville
33.9 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TN 76
1680 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left
86 m · 10 sec
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Madison Street
4.7 mi · 8 min · Madison Street
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Turn right onto University Avenue
1877 ft · 44 sec · University Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto College Street
1772 ft · 46 sec · College Street
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Turn left onto North 2nd Street
41 m · 3 sec · North 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
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Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Chattanooga
Continue on Chattanooga, Nashville
134 mi · 02h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Lebanon and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Clarksville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lebanon to Clarksville?
The road trip is about 206.1 miles (331.7 km) and usually takes 03h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.2 miles from Lebanon and 104 miles from Clarksville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169 miles (271.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.42 one way or $54.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Lebanon and Clarksville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Lebanon and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Clarksville.
Stop Ideas Near Manchester
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lebanon and Clarksville. Straight-line distance: 168.93 mi (271.86 km).
#1 Lebanon
City in Wilson County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 38,086 |
| Coordinates | 35.0514600, -84.9585600 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clarksville
The second most populous city in Tennessee.
| Population | 161,247 |
| Coordinates | 36.5297700, -87.3594500 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 2nd Street (-87.359454, 36.529769)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 332 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $27.42 | $54.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.92 | $61.84 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $33.83 | $67.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $38.56 | $77.12 |
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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