How far is McKenzie, TN from Clarksville, TN?
The driving distance from McKenzie, TN to Clarksville, TN is about 78.7 miles (126.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.1 miles (112.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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 29m.
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 Stewart County, Tennessee
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McKenzie and Clarksville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McKenzie and Clarksville.
-
1
Start on the route
24 m · 11 sec
-
2
Turn left onto Cedar Street
2873 ft · 1 min · Cedar Street
-
3
Turn left onto Highland Drive
2.6 mi · 3 min · Highland Drive
-
4
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
11.8 mi · 13 min · Austin Peay Memorial Highway
-
5
Turn right onto Paris Bypass
7.6 mi · 9 min · Paris Bypass
-
6
Turn right onto Austin Peay Memorial Highway
24.2 mi · 28 min · Austin Peay Memorial Highway
-
7
Continue on Fort Donelson Parkway
848 ft · 11 sec · Fort Donelson Parkway
-
8
Continue on Austin Peay Memorial Highway
2928 ft · 38 sec · Austin Peay Memorial Highway
-
9
Continue on Lake Highway
2848 ft · 37 sec · Lake Highway
-
10
Continue on Donelson Parkway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Donelson Parkway
-
11
Continue on Main Street
28.1 mi · 34 min · Main Street
-
12
Merge slight left onto Fort Campbell Boulevard
607 ft · 13 sec · Fort Campbell Boulevard
-
13
Continue on Providence Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Providence Boulevard
-
14
Continue on North 2nd Street
1.5 km · 2 min · North 2nd Street
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between McKenzie and Clarksville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Continue on Main Street
28.1 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Sunny leaving McKenzie and Sunny near Clarksville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from McKenzie to Clarksville?
The road trip is about 78.7 miles (126.7 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Dover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from McKenzie and 38.6 miles from Clarksville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.1 miles (112.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.48 one way or $20.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around McKenzie and Sunny near Clarksville.
Stop Ideas Near Dover
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 Dover.
Clarksville, TN
Paducah, KY
Fulton
Nashville, TN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McKenzie and Clarksville. Straight-line distance: 70.12 mi (112.84 km).
#1 McKenzie
Human settlement in Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 5,303 |
| Coordinates | 36.1325600, -88.5186600 |
| Altitude | 150 |
| 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: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.48 | $20.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.82 | $23.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.75 | $29.49 |
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 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.