How far is Pulaski, TN from Elkton, TN?
The driving distance from Pulaski, TN to Elkton, TN is about 14.3 miles (23 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13 miles (20.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Giles County, Tennessee, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pulaski and Elkton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pulaski and Elkton.
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Start on North 1st Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North 1st Street
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Continue on Elkton Pike
6.4 mi · 10 min · Elkton Pike
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Continue on Elkton Highway
2 mi · 3 min · Elkton Highway
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Continue on Elkton Pike
5 mi · 8 min · Elkton Pike
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Turn left onto Main Street
797 ft · 35 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pulaski and Elkton.
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.
Elkton Pike
Continue on Elkton Pike
6.44 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.
Sunny leaving Pulaski and Sunny near Elkton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pulaski to Elkton?
The road trip is about 14.3 miles (23 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Ardmore is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.1 miles from Pulaski and 7.1 miles from Elkton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13 miles (20.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.89 one way or $3.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pulaski and Sunny near Elkton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pulaski and Elkton. Straight-line distance: 12.98 mi (20.89 km).
#1 Pulaski
City in Tennessee, United States
| Population | 7,524 |
| Coordinates | 35.1998000, -87.0308400 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elkton
Human settlement in Giles County, Tennessee, United States of America
| Population | 522 |
| Coordinates | 35.0523100, -86.8886200 |
| Altitude | 200 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-86.888736, 35.052416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $1.89 | $3.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.13 | $4.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.33 | $4.65 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.65 | $5.30 |
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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