How far is Oak Ridge, TN from Claxton, TN?
The driving distance from Oak Ridge, TN to Claxton, TN is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.2 miles (14.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 18m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Maury County, Tennessee.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oak Ridge and Claxton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Ridge and Claxton.
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Start on North Illinois Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · North Illinois Avenue
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Continue on Oak Ridge Highway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Oak Ridge Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1.3 km · 2 min
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Turn straight onto Edgemoor Road
5.9 mi · 10 min · Edgemoor Road
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Turn straight
105 m · 10 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oak Ridge and Claxton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Edgemoor Road
Turn straight onto Edgemoor Road
5.95 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Oak Ridge and Mostly Sunny near Claxton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oak Ridge to Claxton?
The road trip is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km) and usually takes 00h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Spring Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Oak Ridge and 5.5 miles from Claxton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.2 miles (14.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.47 one way or $2.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Oak Ridge and Mostly Sunny near Claxton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oak Ridge and Claxton. Straight-line distance: 9.18 mi (14.78 km).
#1 Oak Ridge
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 29,340 |
| Coordinates | 36.0103600, -84.2696400 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Claxton
Claxton is a place in Tennessee, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.0417500, -84.1099200 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Claxton (-84.10992, 36.04175)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.47 | $2.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.82 | $3.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.07 | $4.14 |
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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