How far is White House, TN from Clarksville, TN?

Fastest route

The route from White House, Tennessee, USA to Clarksville, Tennessee, USA is approximately 43.9 miles long and takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes to drive.

Directions

To get from White House to Clarksville, follow these directions:

  1. Head west on Portland Rd toward Main St.
  2. Take TN-76 W/Hwy 76 E and TN-76 W.
  3. Slight right onto TN-76 W and continue straight onto TN-76 W/Hwy 76 E.
  4. Pass by Wendy's (on the left in 1.2 mi) and continue straight.
  5. Turn right onto Kinneys Rd.
  6. Turn left onto Port Royal Rd, then right to stay on Port Royal Rd.
  7. Continue on TN-112 N/TN-76 W/Madison St. Drive to College St.
  8. Turn right onto TN-112 N/TN-76 W/Madison St, passing by Bojangles on the right.
  9. Turn right onto University Ave, then left onto College St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Make sure to follow the given route for the fastest way to reach your destination.
  • โš ๏ธ Pay attention to road signs and signals for a safe journey.
  • โ›ฝ It's a good idea to have enough fuel in your vehicle before starting the trip.
  • ๐Ÿšง Check for any potential road closures or traffic updates before you begin your journey.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Use GPS or a navigation app to help you stay on the correct route.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Keep your mobile phone charged in case you need to make any emergency calls.
  • ๐Ÿš˜ Enjoy your drive and stay aware of the surroundings.
Trip Tools

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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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
49.34 mi
01h 08m
Flight
39.54 mi
63.63 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
39.54 mi
Kilometers
63.63 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.34 mi
Kilometers
79.4 km
Drive Time
01h 08m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Clarksville
Wed, Apr 22, 7:47 PM CDT
Return by in White House
Wed, Apr 22, 8:55 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave White House
2026-04-22T18:39
Arrive Clarksville
Wed, Apr 22, 7:47 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:08 AM to 11:08 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:14 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in White House
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Coopertown
TN

Town in Tennessee, United States

From White House
23.9 mi
00h 34m
To Clarksville
25.5 mi
00h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78ยฐF
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph WSW
Destination
79ยฐF
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between White House and Clarksville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between White House and Clarksville.

  1. 1

    Start on Portland Road

    35 m ยท 10 sec ยท Portland Road

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    877 ft ยท 17 sec

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    2.3 mi ยท 4 min

  4. 4

    Continue on State Route 76

    5.8 mi ยท 10 min ยท State Route 76

  5. 5

    Continue on White House Road

    4.7 mi ยท 8 min ยท White House Road

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East 5th Avenue

    12.2 mi ยท 18 min ยท East 5th Avenue

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right

    2581 ft ยท 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    13 mi ยท 14 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward TN 76

    1680 ft ยท 41 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left

    86 m ยท 10 sec

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    3.4 mi ยท 4 min

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Madison Street

    4.7 mi ยท 8 min ยท Madison Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto University Avenue

    1877 ft ยท 44 sec ยท University Avenue

  14. 14

    At the end of the road, turn left onto College Street

    1772 ft ยท 52 sec ยท College Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto North 2nd Street

    41 m ยท 3 sec ยท North 2nd Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท North 2nd Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between White House and Clarksville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
16 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
32.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East 5th Avenue
25.7 mi ยท 52%
State Route 76
5.75 mi ยท 12%
White House Road
4.71 mi ยท 10%
Madison Street
4.68 mi ยท 9%
TN 76
3.73 mi ยท 8%
Portland Road
2.5 mi ยท 5%
Longest Stretch

East 5th Avenue

Merge slight left

13 mi ยท 00h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 08m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.8 mi
39.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Coopertown
00h 34m from White House
Leave By
4:14 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving White House and Sunny near Clarksville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from White House to Clarksville?

The road trip is about 49.3 miles (79.4 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?

Coopertown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from White House and 25.5 miles from Clarksville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 39.5 miles (63.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.8 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 4:14 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.56 one way or $13.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around White House and Sunny near Clarksville.

Stop Ideas Near Coopertown

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Coopertown, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Coopertown.

BUS

Nashville, TN

36 mi away
705 5th Avenue South
BUS

Clarksville, TN

37 mi away
11 Jefferson Street \r\n
BUS

Madisonville, KY

115 mi away
4765 Hanson Road

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between White House and Clarksville. Straight-line distance: 39.54 mi (63.63 km).

White House

#1 White House

Human settlement in Tennessee, United States of America

Population12,975
Coordinates36.4703200, -86.6513800
Altitude263
CountryUnited States
Clarksville

#2 Clarksville

The second most populous city in Tennessee.

Population161,247
Coordinates36.5297700, -87.3594500
Altitude145
CountryUnited States
Start: Portland Road (-86.651382, 36.470303)
End: North 2nd Street (-87.359454, 36.529769)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 79 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 38m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.74 gal
6.59 L ยท about $6.56
Round trip
$13.12
3.48 gal ยท 13.18 L
Estimated CO2
15.5 kg one way
Round trip: 30.9 kg / 68 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.56 $13.12
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.40 $14.80
Premium $4.65 $8.10 $16.20
Diesel $5.30 $9.23 $18.46

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 ยท Apr 22, 2026

There is no time difference between White House and Clarksville. The current time is 18:39:34.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.